The main filming of the movie took place in Morocco, in the cities of Rabat and Salé, which with their character and architecture resembled Mogadishu during the civil war. The narrow streets and dense buildings of these cities made it possible to recreate the atmosphere of the Somali capital. The choice of Morocco was due to the stable political situation and the availability of suitable locations for filming war scenes. Some episodes were filmed in the USA, where sets were built for interior scenes and modern filming technologies were used.

Filming Locations:

Stade Port-de-la-Renaissance

In the Movie

Scene where After a night of fierce fighting, the surviving soldiers reach the stadium controlled by UN forces. Exhausted and wounded, they receive medical aid and finally feel safe. The scene highlights the contrast between the chaos of battle and the relative calm of the UN base, and shows the relief and emotional exhaustion of the soldiers after the horror they endured.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the stadium in Salé, Morocco. Its architecture and size met the requirements for recreating the UN base. Additionally, the stadium provided enough space for the equipment and extras needed for the scene.

Crash Site of Helicopter 'Super 6-1'

In the Movie

Scene where After the helicopter 'Super 6-1' is shot down, the crew is surrounded. Soldiers on the ground rush to the crash site to rescue survivors and protect them from advancing militants. The scene is filled with tension: under intense fire, the rescue team tries to reach the wreckage, organize a defense, and evacuate the wounded, facing continuous enemy attacks.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in Salé, Morocco. A vacant lot on the outskirts of the city was used to simulate the helicopter crash site. The open terrain and the ability to control the filming location made this place ideal for recreating the combat around the wreckage.

Bakara Market

In the Movie

Scene where US special forces begin an operation to capture Somali militant leaders at the Bakara Market in Mogadishu. Soldiers quickly rappel from Black Hawk helicopters and take positions around the building where the targets are believed to be. However, the situation quickly spirals out of control: a fierce firefight with militants erupts, and one of the helicopters is shot down. The scene conveys the chaos and tension of the suddenly escalating battle.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the city of Salé, Morocco. The narrow streets and architecture of Salé resembled Mogadishu, giving the scenes authenticity. The market was recreated using local market stalls and sets, which helped convey the atmosphere of a Somali bazaar.