The tactical game of cat-and-mouse aboard the container ship. The Standoff:
: The pirates' intended destination in Somalia. B index of captain phillips
: A central theme is the concept of privilege . While both Captain Phillips and the pirate leader Muse navigate the same hazardous seas, their resources and safety nets are worlds apart. The tactical game of cat-and-mouse aboard the container ship
: Portrayed as a hero in the 2013 film, though some crew members later sued the ship's owner , claiming Phillips ignored safety warnings. claiming Phillips ignored safety warnings.