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Oscar Winner '20 Days in Mariupol' Revisited
Feb 19, 2024
Ukrainian journalist Mstyslav Chernov discusses his BAFTA-winning documentary '20 Days in Mariupol'. Topics include Russian invasion, journalistic courage during siege, emotional impact of the film, propaganda tactics, and emotional experiences in Mariupol.
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- Professional journalists in conflict zones are crucial for reporting on human rights violations and war crimes.
- Documentary films play a significant role in providing context, resisting misinterpretations, and emotionally connecting viewers to complex events.
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The Siege of Mariupol by Russian Soldiers
The podcast episode discusses the award-winning documentary, '20 Days in Mariupol,' which tells the story of the invasion and capture of the city by Russian soldiers. It highlights the importance of having professional journalists in conflict areas to report on human rights violations and war crimes. The documentary provides a unique perspective on the events and reveals the scale of the destruction, with neighborhoods gradually being destroyed as the front line advanced through the city.
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