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'Last Men in Aleppo' Explores Unsung Heroes of the Syrian Conflict
Filming a documentary in one of the most war-torn regions in the world is certainly no easy feat, so director Feras Fayyad and Steen Johannessen deserve a ton of credit for their film Last Men in Aleppo.
The film showcases the activities of The White Helmets, a volunteer organisation who carry out dangerous search and rescue operations in the region.
One-hundred and fifty-nine members of the organisation have been killed since their inception back in 2014, and yet, it’s a safe bet that you haven’t even heard of them because the mainstream media doesn’t seem to care. Which makes the Last Men in Aleppo an essential viewing.
Whilst it’s not exactly a pleasant experience, as it doesn’t shy away from showcasing some of the more gruesome elements of the war which the filmmakers happened to catch on film, the bravery of the White Helmets absolutely needs to be known to the world. Most of us will probably never find ourselves in such a desperate situation, so it’s still truly inspiring to bear witness to the courage of these selfless men.
Last Men in Aleppo won the prestigious 'CPH: DOX Award' at the Copenhagen International Documentary Festival and will be released on iTunes of June 27. If you feel like getting involved, you can donate to The White Helmets here.
