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Deep Dive: Phantom Parrot (2024)

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Phantom Parrot
Phantom Parrot is a 2023 documentary that follows Muhammad Rabbani, a human rights activist, after his arrest at the UK border. Directed by Kate Stonehill, the film details how Rabbani was stopped and asked to provide passwords for his electronic devices. His refusal led to his arrest under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000, raising questions about civil liberties and the treatment of activists. Rabbani, who is the director of CAGE, an organization that opposes mass surveillance, had documents on his devices related to individuals tortured by the American government. The film discusses the implications of being targeted for protecting sensitive data related to human rights violations, illustrating the tension between national security and individual rights.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Muhammad Rabbani, a human rights activist.
  • •See the implications of Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act.
  • •Find out about the Phantom Parrot government program.

Did You Know

•Muhammad Rabbani was arrested at the UK border under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000.
•The documentary is directed by Kate Stonehill and was released in 2023.
•The title 'Phantom Parrot' refers to a government program revealed by Edward Snowden.
•Rabbani is the director of CAGE, which fights against mass surveillance.

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Human rights advocacySurveillance issuesCivil liberties