Leading to War

This documentary presents a chronological account, starting from President George W. Bush's State of the Union Address in January 2002, where he identified Iraq as part of the 'Axis of Evil.' It moves through various speeches, interviews, and press conferences leading up to the formal announcement of military action on March 19, 2003.

The film features prominent members of the Bush administration, including Vice President Dick Cheney, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, Secretary of State Colin Powell, National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice, and Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz. It also includes insights from British Prime Minister Tony Blair, providing an international perspective on the events leading to war.

As a historical document, Leading to War offers a critical examination of the methods used by government officials to justify military conflict. Collectors interested in political history, documentary film, or the Iraq War will find this film a significant representation of its era.