One of the most disturbing documentaries I’ve seen is “The Act of Killing.” It poignantly revisits the Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66, where hundreds of thousands of people were executed. What makes it so unsettling is the way it invites former death squad leaders to reenact their gruesome acts in a variety of cinematic styles, showcasing their complete lack of remorse and the chilling normalization of violence in their society. The psychological impact of the film lingers long after viewing, forcing audiences to confront the horrors of human behavior and the complexities of memory and morality. What about you? What documentary has stayed with you?
One of the most disturbing documentaries I’ve seen is “The Act of Killing.” It poignantly revisits the Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66, where hundreds of thousands of people were executed. What makes it so unsettling is the way it invites former death squad leaders to reenact their gruesome acts in a variety of cinematic styles, showcasing their complete lack of remorse and the chilling normalization of violence in their society. The psychological impact of the film lingers long after viewing, forcing audiences to confront the horrors of human behavior and the complexities of memory and morality. What about you? What documentary has stayed with you?