The Oath
English • 2010 • 1h 30m
This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel
Director
Synopsis
Tells the story of two men, Abu Jandal and Salim Ahmed Hamdan, whose fateful encounter in 1996 set them on a course of events that led them to Afghanistan, Osama bin Laden, 9/11, Guantanamo, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Credits
Crew
DirectorLaura Poitras
CinematographerKirsten Johnson, Laura Poitras
ComposerOsvaldo Golijov
EditorJonathan Oppenheim
ProducerLaura Poitras
Cast
Osama bin Ladenas Self (archive footage)
Salim Hamdanas Self (archive footage)
Abu Jandalas Self (archive footage)