Fixer : the taking of Ajmal Naqshbandi / HBO Documentary Films presents a G Films and Subdivision Productions film ; produced by Christian Parenti, Ian Olds, Nancy Roth.
Originally produced in 2008, released in 2009. Originally shown on HBO August 17, 2009. Originally produced in 2008, released in 2009. Originally shown on HBO August 17, 2009.
Summary:
Examines the life and death of Naqshbandi, a translator, driver, and cultural guide for foreigners in Afghanistan, who was taken by the Taliban with a group of Italians, but while the journalists were released, Naqshbandi was killed. Explores the botched hostage negotiation, government corruption, and how news stories are gathered and shaped.
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