Bearing Witness

BEARING WITNESS examines the personal and professional lives of five female journalists as they attempt to put a human face on the otherwise impersonal tragedies of war. Images and words have the power to shape public conscience; journalists bear witness to the weight of history, reminding us that the world extends beyond our backyards. But at what cost to themselves? BEARING WITNESS tells the stories of five intrepid reporters who take substantial personal risks as they cover the world's hot spots. These women provide a unique view of life inside Iraq told from a first hand perspective that doesn‘t often make it to our televisions.