Chronicling the events leading up to Edward Snowden revealing important information regarding the US government, Citizenfour looks at one of the most shocking stories of our generation through a different lens. Compared to what the media says, this documentary portrays Edward Snowden in a different and rather positive way.
Edward Snowden, labelled as a whistle blower for the government of the United States of America, reveals classified information related to the United State's surveillance program. Whether Snowden did the right thing or not is a different argument. This documentary gives his perspective on the issue, highlighting him as a positive individual rather than the way the rest of the world viewed him after he revealed the classified information.
The documentary has some very interesting elements. Cinematography is very raw and handheld. It gives the audience the sense of secrecy, as if they are not supposed to be there and are being let into the conversation. In a way, it adds importance to what Snowden is saying. In the same way, the lack of music in the film also helps the audience focus more on what the conversation is about. Even in the parts where music is present, it is filled with suspense, implying the rising action and the height of events.
Overall, this documentary is probably one of the best I have seen and also one of the most significant because it has effected our generation and the world in a great way.
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