Killing the Messenger: The Deadly Cost of News
Murder is the leading cause of work related deaths for journalists as censorship increases worldwide. In addition to those who have been killed, dozens have been attacked, kidnapped, or forced into exile in connection with their coverage of crime and corruption. Journalists reporting from Mexico, Russia and the conflict zones of Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria tell their personal stories of kidnapping, intimidation, and beatings. They've experienced the loss of colleagues in the field and have been close to death themselves. Their stories are heartfelt, captivating, engaging and at moments - unbelievable.
Cast: Florence Aubenas, Mikhail Afanasiev, Kael Alford
Killing the Messenger: The Deadly Cost of News
Murder is the leading cause of work related deaths for journalists as censorship increases worldwide. In addition to those who have been killed, dozens have been attacked, kidnapped, or forced into exile in connection with their coverage of crime and corruption. Journalists reporting from Mexico, Russia and the conflict zones of Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria tell their personal stories of kidnapping, intimidation, and beatings. They've experienced the loss of colleagues in the field and have been close to death themselves. Their stories are heartfelt, captivating, engaging and at moments - unbelievable.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Eric Matthies, Tricia Todd
- Cast
- Florence Aubenas, Mikhail Afanasiev, Kael Alford, Mikhail Beketov, Adela Navarro Bello, Nina Ognianova
- Studio
- KTM Film
Maturity rating
NRCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
