War on Whistleblowers

War on Whistleblowers describes the trials and tribulations faced by whistleblowers and the sacrifices they make as they dare to speak the truth and expose corruption in both government and the private sector. It highlights their importance in an increasingly unregulated society, where powerful forces often hold sway over issues of concern to the general public.

Filmmaker Robert Greenwald focuses on the stories of four such tireless crusaders who became aware of government wrongdoing and used the media to expose these abuses. Alongside their personal testimonies, the documentary features interviews with legal experts and journalists who share their experiences of the challenges faced by whistleblowers today.

The film places particular emphasis on the storm that followed the actions of Edward Snowden, the NSA whistleblower, which took the form of an extensive government-sponsored smear campaign. During the controversy, the public was encouraged to question Snowden’s patriotism as a US citizen.

War on Whistleblowers clearly and passionately demonstrates that people’s guaranteed freedoms, rights, and way of life in modern democracies could be at risk if the safety and well-being of whistleblowers are placed in jeopardy.