In the Line of Fire: Memories of a Documentary Filmmaker

In his memoir, "In the Line of Fire," Antony Thomas, a renowned documentary filmmaker, explores themes such as racism, intelligence-crime, colonial wars, Middle East conflicts, Islamic extremism, and the origins of fake news through personal experiences and the challenges faced by himself and his colleagues.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2022
Publisher: Unicorn Publishing Group

In his captivating memoir, "In the Line of Fire," Antony Thomas, a renowned documentary filmmaker, delves into the profound and enduring themes that have shaped his remarkable career. Spanning a fifty-two-year journey, Thomas selects subjects that have left a lasting impact on him, resonating with audiences to this day. These include the insidious consequences of racism, the blurred boundary between intelligence and crime, the final colonial conflicts in Africa, the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, the surge of Islamic extremism, the politicization of Evangelical Christians in the United States, and the origins of fake news. Through a deeply personal lens, Thomas weaves these diverse experiences together, offering readers a rare glimpse into the challenges, moral dilemmas, and dangers he and his colleagues encountered. From the harrowing accounts of being condemned to death in a military camp in Zambia to the fierce attacks he faced from politicians and the press following the broadcast of his controversial docu-drama "Death of a Princess," Thomas' story is a testament to the resilience and dedication of those who risk their lives to bring truth to the forefront. "In the Line of Fire" is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, offering valuable insights into the complex issues that shape our world today.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 240 x 165 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914414336