Description |
1 videodisc (84 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
Note |
Originally produced in 2008, released in 2009. |
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Originally shown on HBO August 17, 2009. |
Credits |
Cinematographer, editor, Ian Olds. |
Summary |
Examines the life and death of Naqshbandi, a translator, driver, and cultural guide for foreigners in Afghanistan, who was taken by the Taliban with a group of Italians, but while the journalists were released, Naqshbandi was killed. Explores the botched hostage negotiation, government corruption, and how news stories are gathered and shaped. |
System Details |
DVD-R. |
Subject |
Naqshbandi, Ajmal.
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Parenti, Christian.
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Taliban.
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Kidnapping -- Afghanistan.
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Translators -- Afghanistan.
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Journalists -- Afghanistan.
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Afghan War, 2001-2021
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Genre/Form |
Documentary television programs.
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Nonfiction television programs.
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Added Author |
Olds, Ian.
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Parenti, Christian.
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Roth, Nancy, 1966 or 1967-
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HBO Documentary Films.
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G Films, LLC.
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Subdivision Productions.
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Home Box Office (Firm)
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ISBN |
0728028033199 $24.98 |
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9788028033199 $24.98 |
Standard No. |
728028033199 |
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