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Documentaries of the 2000s

War Photographer

Year2001
Running time96 min
Directed byChristian Frei
Made inSwitzerland
war correspondentphotographer
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At a glance

War Photographer is a 2001 documentary film directed and produced by Christian Frei. Running 96 minutes, it focuses on photographer James Nachtwey and his work in war photography. The film also looks beyond one photographer to consider ideas shared by people working in war journalism and the issues they cover. Its subjects include war correspondents and photographers, making it relevant to viewers interested in how these roles relate to conflict and its coverage. The film is from Switzerland and is in German and English. These details make War Photographer a focused choice for exploring both an individual photographer's story and wider concerns connected to reporting on war.

Who it is for

It suits viewers interested in war photography, photojournalists, and the broader concerns of war journalism. Its German and English languages may also matter to classroom or group viewing.

What is good

  • Focuses on photographer James Nachtwey
  • Addresses broader issues in war journalism
  • 96-minute runtime
  • Available in German and English

What to know first

  • Its subject matter is specifically war photography and journalism
  • Languages are limited to German and English

Verdict

War Photographer combines a profile of James Nachtwey with attention to the wider work and concerns of war journalism. Its 96-minute runtime and German and English languages are useful details when choosing it for viewing or discussion.

Details

Year
2001wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Runtime
96 minwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Director
Christian Freiwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Country
Switzerlandwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Subjects
war correspondent, photographerwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
IMDb
tt0309061wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026

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