Synopsis:
Based on the book, project explores the lives of the former dictator, his family and closest associates. Stories include never-before-seen footage of Saddam Hussein's meetings with his advisers where he reads off the names of people who will be executed for the charge of treason. In addition, new information about the murdered husbands of Hussein's daughters despite his promises of their safekeeping will also be presented. The lives and stories of Saddam's inner circle will be told in the context of the larger tragedy of the Iraqi people and the Middle East's relationship with the West.
Genre:
Drama, Documentary, Adaptation
Premiered:
12/07/2008
