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Risk (2017)

"How much of your own life are you willing to risk"

6.620171h 31mEN
DocumentaryCrime

Directed by Laura Poitras

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

May 5, 2017

Director

Laura Poitras

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Overview

Capturing the story of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange with unprecedented access, director Laura Poitras finds herself caught between the motives and contradictions of Assange and his inner circle in a documentary portrait of power, betrayal, truth and sacrifice.

Cast

Julian Assange

Julian Assange

Self

Sarah Harrison

Sarah Harrison

Self

Jacob Appelbaum

Jacob Appelbaum

Self

Joseph Farrell

Joseph Farrell

Self

Renata Avila

Renata Avila

Self - Lawyer

Jennifer Robinson

Jennifer Robinson

Self - Lawyer

Erinn Clark

Erinn Clark

Self - Tor Project developer

Laura Poitras

Laura Poitras

Self (voice)

Ana Alban

Ana Alban

Self - Ecuadorian ambassador

Christine Assange

Christine Assange

Self - Julian's mother

Louis Bladel

Louis Bladel

Self - FBI counterintelligence

Amal Clooney

Amal Clooney

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Risk (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Capturing the story of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange with unprecedented access, director Laura Poitras finds herself caught between the motives and contradictions of Assange and his inner circle in a documentary portrait of power, betrayal, truth and sacrifice.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Risk. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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