Plot
In the heart of Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone, United Nations soldiers guard a heavily fortified building known as the 'special court'. Inside, Issa Sesay awaits is trial. Prosecutors argue that Sesay is a war criminal, guilty of crimes against humanity. His defenders insist that he is a reluctant fighter who protected civilians and played a crucial role in forging the peace. 'War Don Don' tells the story of his sensational trial with unprecedented access to prosecutors, defense attorneys, victims, and from behind bars, Sesay himself. Can the trial of one man uncover the truth of a traumatic past?
Written by
N/A
Directed by
Rebecca Richman Cohen
Cast
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Naked Edge Films, Racing Horse Productions
Languages
English
Awards
3 wins & 3 nominations
Scores
# of Votes
163
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA