War Photographer (2001)
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80% of critics liked it
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Christian Frei's documentary War Photographer follows acclaimed photojournalist James Nachtwey as he finds stories in some of the most desolate locations on the planet. The distinctive look of the film is achieved because Frei mounted a small camera on Nachtwey's camera. As the audience sees… More Christian Frei's documentary War Photographer follows acclaimed photojournalist James Nachtwey as he finds stories in some of the most desolate locations on the planet. The distinctive look of the film is achieved because Frei mounted a small camera on Nachtwey's camera. As the audience sees the world Nachtwey sees through his camera, a series of talking heads explain his bravery, greatness, and persistence. Slowly, the film reveals the emotional toll his work has taken on him. War Photographer was screened at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
- Directed By
- Christian Frei
- Genres
- Documentary, Drama, Musical & Performing Arts, Art House & International, Special Interest
- In Theaters
- Jan 1, 2001 Wide
- On DVD
- Nov 25, 2003
- Studio
- First Run Features
Critic Reviews
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Edward Guthmann, San Francisco Chronicle
This film is an act of spiritual faith -- an eloquent, deeply felt meditation on the nature of compassion.
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William Snyder, Dallas Morning News
It's as close as we'll ever come to looking through a photographer's viewfinder as he works.
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Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune
Watching War Photographer, you come to believe that Nachtwey hates the wars he shows and empathizes with the victims he reveals.
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Peter Rainer, New York Magazine
Nachtwey clears the cynicism right out of you. He makes you realize that deep inside righteousness can be found a tough beauty.
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Michael Rechtshaffen, Hollywood Reporter
Frei provides a keenly observed, amply illustrated portrait of the man and his not exactly comfy chosen profession.
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