The Act of Killing - Trailer
An Oscar® nominee and the most honored documentary of 2013, this dreamlike, terrifying film asks Indonesian death-squad leaders to dramatize their roles in genocide. In a mind-bending twist, they play both themselves and their victims.
Previews + Extras
The Act of Killing: The History
S27 E13 - 1m 38s
The text in this clip provides the historical background for the film, recounting the 1965 military coup in Indonesia and how the military used local “gangsters” to kill Communists and other opponents.
The Act of Killing: How to Kill With Less Blood
S27 E13 - 2m 41s
Anwar Congo demonstrates his system for killing while avoiding blood.
The Act of Killing: Self Reflection
S27 E13 - 2m 49s
Anwar watches the clip "How to Kill with Less Blood" and reflects.
The Act of Killing: Filmmaker Interview
S27 E13 - 52m 29s
Filmmaker Joshua Oppenheimer on the making of his film The Act of Killing.
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