Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture
“What more can be added to the debate over U.S. interrogation methods, and whether waterboarding is torture? Try first-hand experience.”
Synopsis
When the renowned author, orator and journalist Christopher Hitchens was challenged to undergo the brutal interrogation technique known as waterboarding, few would've expected he'd accept such a task - he had previously expressed the position that the controversial procedure would not qualify as torture, and most who'd claim such a thing would not have the courage to test their convictions. Yet, in May 2007, Hitchens did just that - and his experience profoundly impacted both himself and his stance on the matter, prompting him to declare he'd been wrong, and later to publish his 2008 article for Vanity Fair's August issue, simply titled 'Believe Me, It's Torture'.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 2, 2008
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- Director
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- Original Score
- Enigma
- Original Title
- Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Enigma
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture about?
When the renowned author, orator and journalist Christopher Hitchens was challenged to undergo the brutal interrogation technique known as waterboarding, few would've expected he'd accept such a task - he had previously expressed the position that the controversial procedure would not qualify as torture, and most who'd claim such a thing would not have the courage to test their convictions. Yet, in May 2007, Hitchens did just that - and his experience profoundly impacted both himself and his stance on the matter, prompting him to declare he'd been wrong, and later to publish his 2008 article for Vanity Fair's August issue, simply titled 'Believe Me, It's Torture'.
Who directed Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture?
Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture?
The principal cast of Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture includes Christopher Hitchens.
When was Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture released and how long is it?
Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture was composed by Enigma.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture?
Christopher Hitchens: Believe Me, It's Torture holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).