Bellingcat: Truth in a Post-Truth World

Oct 1 2020 TV-PG 1h 28m
Documentary, News

A first-hand look into the revolutionary rise of the “citizen investigative journalist” collective known as Bellingcat. Comprised of various distinct personalities from around the globe, Bellingcat is an online association of talented and dedicated truth-seekers utilizing advanced digital research techniques to upend the world of journalism. De facto leader Eliot and his fellow researchers give us exclusive access into their tight-knit world as they demonstrate the unlimited power of open source investigation. In cases ranging from the MH17 disaster to the hidden crimes of the Syrian regime, the group’s power and growing global influence is examined and explored.

Plot

Bellingcat: Truth in a Post-Truth World explores the promise of open source investigation, taking viewers inside the exclusive world of the "citizen investigative journalist" collective known as Bellingcat. In cases ranging from the MH17 disaster to the poisoning of a Russian spy in the United Kingdom, the Bellingcat team's quest for truth will shed light on the fight for journalistic integrity in the era of fake news and alternative facts.

Written by

Hans Pool

Directed by

Hans Pool

Cast

Eliot Higgins, Jay Rosen, Claire Wardle

Crew

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Production Countries

Netherlands

Production Companies

Submarine

Languages

English, Deutsch, Nederlands

Awards

2 wins & 5 nominations

Trailers
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785
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
79
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