Thirty-five individuals involved in the early American occupation of Iraq share their disillusionment with the decisions made during the initial phase of the war.
“The American Occupation of Iraq. The Inside Story From the Ultimate Insiders.”
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Thirty-five individuals involved in the early American occupation of Iraq share their disillusionment with the decisions made during the initial phase of the war.
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Synopsis
Lieutenant General Jay Garner, who briefly led the reconstruction efforts in Iraq, reflects on the chaotic aftermath of the 2003 invasion. No End in Sight details the American occupation of Iraq, focusing on the decisions made by the Bush administration during the initial phase. Interviews with key figures, including Ambassador Barbara Bodine and Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, reveal the lack of a coherent plan and the insufficient troop presence that contributed to disorder. The film also addresses the controversial edicts issued by Paul Bremer as head of the Coalition Provisional Authority.
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The story of how we were led into that war, and more than 3,000 American lives and hundreds of thousands of other lives were destroyed.
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Why Watch
- Meet Lieutenant General Jay Garner on Iraq's reconstruction.
- Find out why the Bush administration faced criticism.
- See insights from Ambassador Barbara Bodine on the embassy.
Did You Know
- The film grossed $1.4 million by December 2007.
- It premiered on January 22, 2007, at the Sundance Film Festival.
- Charles Ferguson's book version was published in 2008.
- Thirty-five disillusioned individuals were interviewed for the film.
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Who directed the documentary No End in Sight?
Charles Ferguson directed the documentary No End in Sight.
When did No End in Sight premiere at the Sundance Film Festival?
No End in Sight premiered on January 22, 2007, at the Sundance Film Festival.
How much did No End in Sight gross at the box office by December 2007?
By December 2007, No End in Sight had a theatrical gross of $1.4 million.
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