The War You Don’t See
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The War You Don’t See

The War You Don’t See presents a critical analysis of war reporting and its role in shaping public perception of conflicts. John Pilger, an award-winning journalist, focuses on the media’s coverage of wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Palestine, revealing how propaganda and censorship influence the narrative presented to the public.

The documentary begins with shocking footage from Iraq in 2007, showing an American Apache gunship attacking unarmed civilians and journalists. This incident, later known as “Collateral Murder,” sets the tone for Pilger’s investigation into the media’s complicity in wartime propaganda.

Pilger interviews prominent journalists from major news organizations, including CBS, BBC, and The Observer. These media professionals reflect on their roles in the lead-up to the Iraq War, acknowledging that more rigorous questioning of government claims might have prevented the conflict.

The film traces the history of war journalism from the Crimean War to modern conflicts, highlighting the evolution of media manipulation techniques. It exposes how the practice of “embedding” journalists with military units can compromise objectivity and limit access to alternative perspectives.

Pilger’s documentary also examines the rise of WikiLeaks and its impact on journalism. Julian Assange, the organization’s founder, discusses how WikiLeaks provides a platform for whistleblowers to expose hidden truths about wars and government actions.

Throughout the film, Pilger argues that mainstream media often fails to challenge official narratives, instead amplifying government propaganda. He presents evidence of how this failure has contributed to public support for wars based on false pretenses, such as the alleged presence of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq.

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