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War Journalism

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movie-review1 year ago

"Civil War: Alex Garland's Haunting and Immersive Cautionary Tale"

Alex Garland's "Civil War" presents a chillingly realistic portrayal of an American apocalypse, following a disillusioned photojournalist's journey through the waning days of the second American Civil War. Departing from his usual high-concept science fiction, Garland crafts a harrowing and urgent narrative that captures the normalization of violence and the human toll of armed conflict. The film's anti-war messaging is conveyed through visceral realism and moments of poignant reflection, with Kirsten Dunst delivering a powerful performance as the protagonist. "Civil War" serves as a cautionary tale, urging audiences to confront the potential consequences of societal division and the erosion of democracy.

war-journalism1 year ago

"Ukrainian Journalist's Unexpected Role in Reporting on Russia's War"

Ukrainian journalist Polina Lytvynova never expected to cover a war, especially in her own country. Since the Russian invasion in 2022, she has witnessed the transformation of her homeland and the resilience of its people. Despite the dangers and uncertainties, she remains committed to reporting on the ongoing conflict and the impact it has had on Ukraine's society and democracy.

entertainment2 years ago

"Oscar-Nominated '20 Days in Mariupol': Chaos, Kindness, and Destruction"

Ukrainian director Mstyslav Chernov's documentary "20 Days in Mariupol," depicting the Russian siege of Mariupol, has been nominated for the 2024 Oscars in the Best Documentary Feature Film category. Chernov and his team captured the horrors of the invasion, including the shelling of houses and a maternity hospital, and mass graves. Despite being hunted by Russian troops, they managed to escape with the footage. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, won the Audience Award, and became the highest-grossing Ukrainian documentary film in its opening weekend. Chernov shared the chaos, pain, and amazing kindness of the people in Mariupol during the siege, emphasizing the support and resilience of the community.

conflictwar2 years ago

Recording the Unrecorded: A Team's Courageous Stay in a Ukrainian War Zone

Mstyslav Chernov, a video journalist with the Associated Press, and his team stayed behind in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol during the Russian invasion in February 2022, capturing footage that would later win them a Pulitzer Prize. Their documentary, "20 Days in Mariupol," aims to show the chaos and suffering experienced by the trapped civilians. Chernov recounts the destruction and the difficult choices people faced in the war zone, highlighting the impact on civilians and the targeting of non-military objects. Despite the dangers, the team felt compelled to document the events for future war crimes investigations and the history of Ukraine.

conflictwar2 years ago

Surviving and Documenting the Ukrainian War Zone

Mstyslav Chernov, a video journalist with the Associated Press, and his team stayed behind in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol during the Russian invasion in February 2022, capturing footage for a documentary titled "20 Days in Mariupol." Chernov wanted to document the city's descent into chaos and show the impact on civilians. The team witnessed the destruction, suffering, and bravery of the people trapped in the war zone. Despite the danger, they felt it was crucial to record everything for future war crimes investigations and the history of Ukraine. The documentary will premiere on PBS FRONTLINE on November 21.