Citizenfour

Synopsis

Citizenfour is a documentary film released in 2014 that follows the journey of Edward Snowden, the former NSA subcontractor who exposed the NSA's secret surveillance programs to the world. The film captures the moments when Snowden first made contact with journalist Glenn Greenwald and filmmaker Laura Poitras in a Hong Kong hotel room, revealing the extent of government surveillance and stirring up a global conversation about privacy and security. With an inside look at Snowden's motivations and the implications of his actions, Citizenfour is a thought-provoking and captivating exploration of one of the most significant whistleblowing events in recent history.

Cast

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  Edward Snowden

  Self

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  Glenn Greenwald

  Self

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  Laura Poitras

  Self

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  William Binney

  Self

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  Barack Obama

  Self

• Jacob Appelbaum

  Self

Reviews

Citizenfour has received critical acclaim from various sources. Rotten Tomatoes awarded the film a remarkable 96% rating, praising it as a gripping and eye-opening expose of government surveillance. IMDb users have rated Citizenfour at 8.0/10, signaling strong approval from the audience. Metacritic gave it a score of 88/100, indicating universal acclaim. The New York Times hailed it as 'a real-life thriller' that sheds light on the hidden workings of the NSA. The Guardian described Citizenfour as a 'chilling and essential viewing'. Overall, the film has been lauded for its compelling narrative, insightful interviews, and the ethical questions it raises about privacy and security.