The Prisoner or: How I Planned to Kill Tony Blair (2007)

The Prisoner or: How I Planned to Kill Tony Blair

2007

Documentary

Synopsis

In 2003, Iraqi journalist Yunis Abbas was taken from his home by American soldiers and detained at Abu Ghraib prison on suspicion of planning to assassinate Tony Blair. Only thing is, he was innocent. Through his months-long ordeal played out like a comedy of errors, Yunis learned the true meaning of liberation. His unique story is told via co-director Michael Tucker's footage, Yunis's home videos and illustrations by co-director Petra Epperlein.

Credits

Director

Michael Tucker

Cast

Yunis Khatayer Abbas as Himself