City of Ghosts

This documentary follows the perilous journey of "Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently" (RBSS), a group of citizen journalists from Syria who risk their lives to expose the brutality of ISIS. Operating from within ISIS-controlled territory, they document the human rights abuses and fight for the truth in a world that often turns a blind eye. The film highlights their courage and the immense personal cost of their fight for freedom of the press.

City of Ghosts was widely acclaimed by critics for its gripping and important portrayal of bravery in the face of extreme oppression. Reviewers lauded its unflinching look at the realities of war and the vital role of independent journalism in conflict zones. The documentary was praised for its emotional impact and its powerful testament to the human spirit.

• A harrowing and vital look at the courage of citizen journalists in Syria.

• Praise for its unflinching depiction of ISIS's brutality and the bravery of its subjects.

• Lauded for its emotional power and its importance in highlighting the fight for truth.

Google audience: Viewers found the documentary to be incredibly powerful, moving, and essential viewing. Many were inspired by the courage of the citizen journalists and found the film to be a stark reminder of the realities faced by those living under oppressive regimes. Some noted the emotional toll the film takes due to its intense subject matter.

Nominated for an IDA Award for Best Director, Won a Peabody Award, Nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Investigative Documentary.

The film's director, Matthew Heineman, often had to use covert methods to film and transport footage out of Syria due to the dangerous environment.