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Bitter Lake

An experimental documentary that explores Saudi Arabia's relationship with the U.S. and the role this has played in the war in Afghanistan.

Top Cast

  • Adam Curtis

    Adam Curtis

    Narrator

  • George H. W. Bush

    George H. W. Bush

    Self (archive footage)

  • George W. Bush

    George W. Bush

    Self (archive footage)

  • Joanne Herring

    Joanne Herring

    Self (archive footage)

  • Ronald Reagan

    Ronald Reagan

    Self (archive footage)

Overview

An experimental documentary that explores Saudi Arabia's relationship with the U.S. and the role this has played in the war in Afghanistan.

Rating

7.6 / 10
93 Reviews
1 Popular

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