Gitmo

About This Movie

Gitmo is a stark documentary that dives into the grim realities of the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay. The film juxtaposes the methods used there with the torture techniques seen in Iraq, making for an unsettling exploration of wartime ethics. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the chilling atmosphere to seep in as you listen to the harrowing accounts from ex-detainees. Mehdi, a former prisoner from Sweden, breaks his silence and shares his experiences, adding a deeply personal layer to the narrative. The rawness of the interviews and the stark visuals create a haunting impact. It's this documentary's commitment to truth that makes it distinctive, capturing the human cost of these policies in a thoughtful, if disturbing, manner.

Explores ethical implications of torture · Features extensive interviews with ex-detainees · Provides a disturbing view of military practices