MEN OF WAR

Men of War delves into the failed 2020 coup attempt in Venezuela led by former U.S. Green Beret Jordan Goudreau—a man who idolized soldiers and idealized war since he was a child. This exhilarating, fascinating documentary explores Goudreau’s motivations and the involvement of mercenaries in an operation aimed at ousting President Nicolás Maduro. Through a blend of interviews, footage, and personal narratives, the film highlights the complexities of foreign intervention and the difficulty in uncovering “the truth,” when everyone is crafting their own separate versions of it. Men of War is a cautionary tale about the human tolls of political upheaval, from the desperation and hope of their origins to the harsh realities their participants face.
Part of the 2024 tribute to NEON, presented alongside VAFF’s Impresario Award for the distributor’s contribution to cinema.
Date
Sun, Nov 3, 2024
Time
5:30 PM
Location
Violet Crown 4
Film Info
Director: Billy Corben, Jen Gatien
Runtime: 98 min.
Genre: Documentaries
Year: 2024
Language: English, Spanish