Unmasking Jihadi John: Anatomy of a Terrorist Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.10/10 from 479 votes
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Title in Español:

Unmasking Jihadi John: Anatomy of a Terrorist
Title in Italiano:

Unmasking Jihadi John: Anatomy of a Terrorist
Title in Português:

Unmasking Jihadi John: Anatomy of a Terrorist

Synopsis

This feature documentary tells the inside story behind the hunt for ISIS poster boy "Jihadi John" by the US and British military and intelligence services.

It interrogates the twisted worldview espoused by ISIS - the richest and most notorious Islamist terrorist organisation in history - and its propaganda machine which was operated by "Jihadi millennials" who turned social media sites such as Twitter and YouTube into recruitment platforms.

This is the definitive story about the formation and collapse of ISIS as a "state", told through extraordinary first-hand accounts of key counter-terrorism and intelligence officials who identified "Jihadi John" as British terrorist Mohammed Emwazi - and ultimately killed him.

The film explores the shattered lives, emotional and psychological turmoil of the family members whose relatives were barbarically murdered by Emwazi.

It also projects the astonishingly self-critical evaluations by CIA, Scotland Yard, and Pentagon officials who expose their own failures in the fight against ISIS and why the organisation was allowed to exist and spread its poisonous ideology in the first place.

We also hear from former hostages of Jihadi John who are desperate for justice, and the voices of Muslim community leaders who worked with parents whose radicalized children fled places such as the US and Britain to join ISIS on the battlefields of Syria and Iraq.

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Unmasking Jihadi John: Anatomy of a Terrorist
Anatomy Of A Terrorist
Walter Mair: Performer
Don't Damage The Merchandise
Walter Mair: Performer
Dangerously Close
Walter Mair: Performer
How It All Began
Walter Mair: Performer
Darkness Rising
Walter Mair: Performer
Faceless Communities
Walter Mair: Performer
Vulnerable Young Men
Walter Mair: Performer
Inside
Walter Mair: Performer
Somebody Unrecognisable
Walter Mair: Performer
What's Been Told
Walter Mair: Performer
His Persona
Walter Mair: Performer
Welcome To Syria
Walter Mair: Performer
Defeated
Walter Mair: Performer
Stop It
Walter Mair: Performer
Encryption
Walter Mair: Performer
Hear Their Screams
Walter Mair: Performer
Gaining Trust
Walter Mair: Performer
Royal Rumble
Walter Mair: Performer
Recruiting Abroad
Walter Mair: Performer
Running For Freedom
Walter Mair: Performer
The Insider
Walter Mair: Performer
The Last Resolution
Walter Mair: Performer
Don't Damage The Merchandise
Walter Mair: Performer
What's Been Told
Walter Mair: Performer

User reviews

Michelle Harris
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Unmasking Jihadi John enhances the viewing experience and contributes to a deeper understanding of the human stories behind the headlines of terrorism.

George Jones
5/10

The soundtrack skillfully transitions between moments of sorrow and moments of resilience, mirroring the resilience of the individuals whose lives were forever changed by terrorism.

Karen Adams
9/10

The fusion of traditional Middle Eastern melodies with modern electronic elements creates a unique and evocative sound that enhances the storytelling, making the viewing experience even more gripping and thought-provoking.

Donna Gonzalez
5/10

The use of traditional Middle Eastern instruments in the soundtrack adds an authentic touch to the narrative, enhancing the cultural context of the film.

Jennifer Miller
3/10

The music choices seemed disjointed and at times intrusive, taking away from the powerful testimonies and narratives shared by the interviewees.

Ronald Johnson
6/10

The music in Unmasking Jihadi John effectively underscores the gravity of the subject matter, highlighting the urgency of addressing the threat of extremist ideologies.

Linda Taylor
10/10

Each track in the soundtrack immerses you in the dark and unsettling world of ISIS, reflecting the twisted worldview and propaganda machine depicted in the film with chilling accuracy.

Kenneth Brown
6/10

The diverse range of musical styles and tones in the soundtrack reflects the complexity of the issues explored in the documentary, offering a multi-layered listening experience.

Matthew Turner
1/10

There was a lack of cohesion in the overall sound design, with abrupt transitions between tracks that disrupted the flow of the documentary.

Donald Rodriguez
6/10

The haunting melodies in certain scenes evoke a sense of unease and tension, mirroring the psychological turmoil experienced by those affected by the actions of ISIS.

Matthew Thomas
5/10

The music perfectly complements the emotional depth of the stories shared by the family members of victims of Jihadi John, creating a somber and reflective atmosphere.