“This film has been a labour of love for the last fifteen years. It was filmed during our own journey through war; a journey that saw eight of our colleagues die. The film is dedicated to their memory.”
Directors, Richard Parry and Vaughan Smith
"Riveting.... Takes you to the edge and back"
Time Out
When you chase war long enough, war enventually chases you. Shooting Robert King is the astuouding story of war photographer Robert King, a naive rookie correspondent hungry for his first war. Filmed over 15 years and across 3 warzones, Roberts King’s story begin in Bonsinia where he comes under sniper fire and mortar attack while moving towards the front line of battle. As the film moves towards the theatres of war in Chechnya and Iraq his incredible and horrifying journey is brought shockingly to life through dramatic front line footage, bewidlering photography and mesmerising action.
DVD Release Date: 27th September 2010
DVD Extras:
• Making ‘Shooting Robert King’
• Riding Shotgun with the King
• Director’s War Story
• The Story of Frontline News
• Deleted Scenes
• Commentary
• Stills Gallery of Robert King’s Work
• Theatrical Trailer
Director:Richard Parry
Cast:Robert King, Richard Parry, Vaughan Smith
BBFC Certificate:18
Genre:Documentary, War, Real life, English speaking, Action
Language:English
Country:United Kingdom
Running Time:80 minutes