Introduction Ghosts of Afghanistan is a Canadian documentary film, directed by Julian Sher and released in 2021. As the Taliban seize control of Afghanistan and the “good war” ends in chaos and tragedy, war correspondent Graeme Smith offers a first-hand account of NATO’s failed attempt to bring democracy, women’s rights and freedoms to the country.… Read More
Introduction Inbetween Worlds (German: Zwischen Welten) is a 2014 German drama film produced, written and directed by Feo Aladag. Outline Jesper is a soldier in the German army. Although his brother was killed whilst serving in Afghanistan, he nevertheless reports for a new tour of duty in this war zone. He and his unit are… Read More
Introduction Featuring unseen footage and exclusive interviews, this dramatic film tells the inside story of the largest airlift in modern U.S. history, marking the end of America’s longest war. Outline Escape From Kabul tells the inside story of the 18 monumental days in August 2021 when the US withdrew its troops from Afghanistan and the… Read More
Introduction Escape From Kabul unfolds over 18 monumental days in August 2021, from the U.S. withdrawal of its troops from Afghanistan through the subsequent evacuation of tens of thousands of Afghan citizens from Kabul airport after the Taliban seized the city. Outline This deeply immersive and emotional documentary combines never-before-seen archival footage from those on… Read More
Introduction Finding a way to end a war. Insiders tell the long and troubled story of a chaotic conflict, revealing the political pressures that helped seal the fate of Afghanistan. Outline Key figures from the US, UK and Afghanistan give a unique insight into the political manoeuvrings behind the scenes that led to the dramatic… Read More
Introduction Finding a way to end a war. Insiders tell the long and troubled story of a chaotic conflict, revealing the political pressures that helped seal the fate of Afghanistan. Outline When America finally withdrew its troops from Afghanistan in August 2021, it was the culmination of almost 20 years of attempts to end the… Read More
Introduction In Afghanistan, 2011, Royal Marine Alexander Blackman shot an unarmed Taliban insurgent in the chest. What’s the true story behind one of the most controversial events in the war on terror? Outline War and Justice: The Case of Marine A is a documentary special looking at Alexander Blackman, the first British soldier to be… Read More
People (Births) 1964 – Ross Kemp, English actor and producer. Ross Kemp Ross James Kemp (born 21 July 1964) is an English actor, author, and television presenter. He rose to prominence in the role of Grant Mitchell in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Kemp has received international recognition as a reporter for presenting the BAFTA… Read More
Introduction British special forces killed hundreds of people on night raids in Afghanistan, but were some of the shootings executions? Richard Bilton uncovers new evidence and tracks down eyewitnesses. Part of the BBC Panorama documentary series. Outline Panorama investigates a series of raids where people were shot dead after they surrendered to British troops. Reporter… Read More
Introduction Ross James Kemp (born 21 July 1964) is an English actor, author, and television war reporter. He rose to prominence in the role of Grant Mitchell in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Since 2004, Kemp has received international recognition as a journalist for the BAFTA Award-winning documentary series Ross Kemp on Gangs. Outline An… Read More
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