Killing the Messenger: The Deadly Cost of News

Overview

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.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

September 1, 2013

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English, French, Spanish

Countries

United States of America

Production

KTM Film

Cast

Adela Navarro Bello,David Schlesinger,Kael Alford,Mikhail Afanasiev,Omar Fekeiki,Mikhail Beketov,Carlos Lauria,Kimberly Dozier,Oleg Kashin,Florence Aubenasand 3 more

Director

Eric Matthies,Tricia Todd

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt3291728