Blue Orchids
In Blue Orchids, Grimonprez creates a portrait diptych of two experts situated on opposite ends of the same issue--the global arms trade. The stories of Chris Hedges, the former war correspondent of The New York Times, and Riccardo Privitera, a former arms and equipment dealer of Talisman Europe Ltd (now dissolved), provide an unusual and disturbing context for shocking revelations about the industry of war. While interviewing Privitera and Hedges for Grimonprez's recently released feature length film Shadow World, it became clear that the two men were describing the same anguish but from paradoxical perspectives. One has dedicated his life to unmasking lies and the other has built his life on lies. Making use of both their personal and political histories, Grimonprez gradually reveals the depths of trauma and duplicity, situating the arms trade as a symptom of a profound illness: greed.
Comments about documentary «Blue Orchids» (27)
I've not seen a good movie like this for a while. It’s well acted and enjoyable.
This is Spell-Binding! A Marvelous Documentary Flick, that is solidly backed with a fantastic script, proficient direction & note-worthy performances. A Big Winner!
i loved this movie. i saw previews for it months ago and totally forgot about it. im so happy it showed up tonight
Good movie. The action and effects are super.
Such a crazy idea, thought, invention, creativity that blows our mind beyond conscious level.
Johan Grimonprez did a wonderful job with this movie. He gave the fans what they wanted to see without rolling over and catering to their every demand. 10/10 stars, perfect.
This was a great movie. The storyline was believable and the directing and cast are excellent.
5 stars all the way. Great story line, great acting.
Absolute masterclass in sound editing, not to mention the campy script, brilliant acting, soundtrack, and set design!
What an incredible film, a mesmerizing ride from the first to the last moment. I couldn't believe when it ended that it was already finished; time appeared to go away quickly when watching this.
The best movie I've seen in a long long time. Beautifully written and executed. Seriously. Amazing.
This is a movie without f word!!!