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Songs of War: Music as a Weapon

201152 min0
6.2/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

Music was used as a method of torture at Guantanamo Bay and Abu Ghraib, prompting composer Christopher Cerf to investigate its role in military contexts.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Christopher Cerf and his unsettling discovery.
  • Find out how music was used in Guantanamo Bay.
  • See interviews with soldiers and victims of music torture.

Did You Know

  • Christopher Cerf's music was used in torture at Guantanamo Bay.
  • The documentary features interviews with soldiers and psychologists.
  • The film runs for 52 minutes and was released in 2011.

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Military psychologyMusic therapyHuman rights advocacy
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the composer featured in the documentary 'Songs of War: Music as a Weapon'?

Christopher Cerf, known for his work on Sesame Street, is the featured composer.

What locations are mentioned in relation to the use of music as a method of torture?

Guantanamo Bay and Abu Ghraib are mentioned as locations where music was used as a method of torture.

What is the duration of the documentary 'Songs of War: Music as a Weapon'?

The documentary has a duration of 52 minutes.

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