Added to Plex on Friday, Apr 26, 2024 Nebraska police officer Kathryn Bolkovac, working as a U.N. peacekeeper in post-war Bosnia, uncovers a deadly sex trafficking ring involving her colleagues, risking her life to save the victims and expose the conspiracy.
You can watch “The Whistleblower” for FREE on Plex in Canada.
Length: 1h 52m
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Crime
This Title is: Gripping, Intense
Cast
Rachel Weisz, Vanessa Redgrave, Monica Bellucci, David Strathairn
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Scenes of violence, sexual content
Trivia
- The film is based on true events surrounding the experiences of Kathryn Bolkovac as a U.N. peacekeeper.
- The director, Larysa Kondracki, was inspired to make the film after hearing about Bolkovac’s story during her studies at Columbia University.
- Most characters, except for the leads, are composites of people who were involved or affected by the events depicted.
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The Whistleblower delivers a powerful depiction of a grim reality with stellar performances from the cast, especially Rachel Weisz. While the film’s heavy themes and intense scenes provide a challenging watch, its importance cannot be overstated. It effectively highlights systemic issues within international bodies like the U.N., making it a thought-provoking piece that resonates well beyond its closing credits.
