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Filmed on March 1, 2003, just two weeks before the start of the Iraq war, the youth of New York City and the youth of Baghdad meet for an unprecedented conversation about the futures of the lands they will someday govern.

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Filmed on March 1, 2003, just two weeks before the start of what was to become “Operation Iraqi Freedom,”  Bridge to Baghdad connects the youth of New York City to the youth of Baghdad for an unprecedented conversation about the futures of the lands they will someday govern.

With the threat of war looming, an array of young Americans gather in New York where they are linked by satelite to Baghdad to "meet" the teenagers of Iraq for the first time.  The Iraqi teens, educated, thoughtful and poised young men and women, speak their minds about the impending war, American culture and what they want Americans to know about their homeland.  Adamant in their hopes for a peaceful resolution but reticent about Saddam’s regime, the Iraqi youth allow the cameras into their lives and their homes, providing the American audience with a much-needed glimpse into Saddam-era Iraq.  Bridge to Baghdad: A Youth Conversation attempts to build a bridge of understanding between two nations on the brink of war. 

Quotes:

"Moved me more than any other TV coverage or reporting on the Iraqi situation. My rage brought me up out of my chair!" - Janine Holde


Awards:

• Aegis Award 2004
• Aurora Award 2004
• Telly Award 2004
• Official Selection: Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival 2004
• Official Selection: Amnesty International Film Festival 2004


Credits:

Producer: Jon Alpert, Brent Renaud, Craig Renaud, Matt O'Neill
Camera: Jon Alpert, Brent Renaud, Craig Renaud
Editor: Jon Alpert, Brent Renaud, Craig Renaud

 

Technical Details:

2003, trt 49 min, English, Color