The Battle of Mosul

This documentary provides a detailed look at the battle for Mosul, which began in October 2016. With unprecedented access, director Bernard-Henri Lévy and his team document the efforts of Kurdish fighters alongside the Iraqi special Golden Division. They navigate the streets of Mosul, a city with a population of two million, showcasing the challenges and complexities of urban warfare.

As the fight unfolds, the film highlights the differing hopes and aspirations of the Kurdish fighters compared to their Iraqi allies. It sheds light on the geopolitical intricacies of this significant battle against terrorism. The documentary serves as an important visual record of the struggle to reclaim a city that held immense strategic and symbolic significance in the fight against the Islamic State.