Meeting Resistance

[Love As Arson]

What would you do if your country was invaded? MEETING RESISTANCE raises the veil of anonymity surrounding the Iraqi insurgency by meeting face to face with individuals who are passionately engaged in the struggle, and documenting for the very first time, the sentiments experienced and actions taken by a nation's citizens when their homeland is occupied. Voices that have previously not been heard, male and female, speak candidly about their motivations, hopes and goals, revealing a kaleidoscope of human perspectives. Featuring reflective, yet fervent conversations with active insurgents, MEETING RESISTANCE is the missing puzzle piece in understanding the Iraq war. Directed by Steve Connors and Molly Bingham, this daring, eye-opening film provides unique insight into the personal narratives of people involved in the resistance, exploding myth after myth about the war in Iraq and the Iraqis who participate. Through its unprecedented access to these clandestine groups, MEETING RESISTANCE focuses the spotlight on the "other side," leaving the viewer with clarity as to why the violence in Iraq continues to this day.

I am excited for this film, as it gives the US a view of the invasion from the side of the insurgents, who, rather than being Al-Qaeda, are actually regular Iraqis that just want to defend their country.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U623_GTYX-8

[awakenarogue]

interesting concept. i think definitely something that was overlooked in plans for the invasion of iraq.

i hope this is presented well though. know anything about the producers/directors?

[tambam]

I'm glad something like this is coming out. Not many people see things from a regular Iraqi's perspective.

[CrenshawPunch]

Iraqi make up a VERY small part of the insurgency. Most of the fighters are foreigners. This is weak.

[Love As Arson]

Iraqi make up a VERY small part of the insurgency. Most of the fighters are foreigners. This is weak.
The Pentagon's own numbers say that foreign fighters only make up four to ten percent of the insurgency.

[atticus1492]

90-96% is a small chunk.

[EasySkankin]

Active insurgents? Would reporters, possibly american, be camped with them during their campaigns?

I'll admit I think the idea is wonderful, but having a situation where an american is in a warzone, with the USA's declared enemy, watching him fire on other americans, is close to treason.

[Love As Arson]

Active insurgents? Would reporters, possibly american, be camped with them during their campaigns?

I'll admit I think the idea is wonderful, but having a situation where an american is in a warzone, with the USA's declared enemy, watching him fire on other americans, is close to treason.
I believe they are merely interviews. I would not think it is treasonous if they were embedded, however. Then again, I tend to think they are justified in their use of violence.