Citizenfour
Synopsis
In June 2013, Edward Snowden leaked classified documents that revealed extensive NSA surveillance programs, sparking a global debate on privacy and civil liberties.
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Synopsis
In June 2013, Edward Snowden meets filmmaker Laura Poitras and journalist Glenn Greenwald in a Hong Kong hotel room. He reveals his identity as the source of classified documents that expose the National Security Agency's extensive surveillance programs. Over four days, they discuss the implications of government monitoring and the risks Snowden faces. As media attention grows, he seeks asylum, ultimately finding refuge in Moscow after being stranded at an airport. The film captures the tension surrounding his disclosures and the global conversation on privacy and civil liberties.
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This is not to say that “Citizenfour” is a perfect film, if anyone believes that such a thing exists.
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Why Watch
- Meet Edward Snowden in his own words.
- See the NSA's illegal wiretapping practices exposed.
- Follow Snowden's escape from Hong Kong.
Did You Know
- Citizenfour premiered in the US on October 10, 2014.
- Snowden chose the codename 'Citizen Four' as a nod to three previous NSA whistleblowers.
- The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 87th Academy Awards.
- Snowden was stranded in Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport for 40 days.
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When did Citizenfour premiere in the US?
Citizenfour had its US premiere on October 10, 2014, at the New York Film Festival.
Who directed the documentary Citizenfour?
Citizenfour was directed by Laura Poitras.
What award did Citizenfour win at the 87th Academy Awards?
Citizenfour won the award for Best Documentary Feature at the 87th Academy Awards.
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