The pilots have still not made an appearance, yet the U.S. has already started filming a movie.
As of now, there is no clear information about the two U.S. pilots rescued by American forces from Iran, but the United States has already prepared to make a film for publicity purposes.
On the 20th, British media outlet The Guardian reported that Michael Bay, director of the Transformers series, will direct a military-themed feature film based on the "real event" in April when U.S. forces rescued two pilots who had crashed into Iran.
In a statement, Michael Bay said this film would "honor the heroism and dedication of the U.S. military."
It's not surprising that the U.S. would make a movie to promote itself, but what’s puzzling to outsiders is: it’s been over a month already—why hasn’t the U.S. disclosed the identities of these two pilots? Why are there no official photos or public videos showing them after their rescue (such as appearing in hospitals receiving treatment or reuniting with family)? This does not align with the typical style of American military propaganda.
Recall that in 2003, when U.S. female soldier Jessica Lynch was captured by Iraqi forces, American special forces quickly rescued her and launched a massive, highly visible campaign afterward. The military released video footage shot with night-vision cameras of the rescue operation. Media portrayed Lynch as the "American Hero Girl," and images of her lying on a stretcher covered by the American flag flooded television screens and newspapers. The White House seized the moment to claim it symbolized America’s principle of "never leaving anyone behind."
But now? After rescuing two pilots from Iran, Trump—who has always been eager to seize any opportunity for publicity—has barely made a fuss, mentioning the incident only briefly before moving on?
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