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Initial release November 2001
Directors Christian Frei
Cinematography James Nachtwey
Peter Indergand
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For over 20 years, photojournalist James Nachtwey has been visiting war-torn countries such as Kosovo and Rwanda, capturing the destruction on film. While merely an observer, he still feels the immediate effects of the ravaged lands. The stark images are contrasted by Nachtwey's calm reserve as he fends off accusations of exploiting tragedy. Director Christian Frei attaches a small video camera to Nachtwey's still camera for a bird's-eye view of destruction, pain, and ultimately, hope. … MORE

War photographer: 'Telling people's stories gives me hope'

Feb 16,2020 10:13 am

War Photographer : 'Telling people's stories gives me hope'

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A photographer who has covered Iraq, Afghanistan and other conflict zones, has said there were times she felt compelled to put her camera down and help medics.

While She Said being behind the lens in dangerous places could give you a " professional distance" she had felt The Need to act in some moments.

" There were times when The Medics needed help, so I put my camera down and I would just do whatever I could, " She Said . " Those times were much harder, emotionally to deal with. "

•WARNING: This video contains distressing images.

Story by Iwan Griffiths, video edited by Alex Knill

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Source of news: bbc.com

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