Torture in Saydnaya Prison (2016)
Syria’s Saydnaya Prison is also known as “the slaughterhouse.” Stories of systematic torture and executions have been trickling out for years, but there are no images of the interior. In partnership with Amnesty International, the Forensic Architecture research group made a 3D model of the prison based on written witness statements. This film shows how in 2016 the group interviewed five Saydnaya survivors using this model, adding more detail based on their testimonies.
Director: Forensic Architecture
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: August 16, 2016
Production: Forensic Architecture
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Torture in Saydnaya Prison about?
- Syria’s Saydnaya Prison is also known as “the slaughterhouse.” Stories of systematic torture and executions have been trickling out for years, but there are no images of the interior. In partnership with Amnesty International, the Forensic Architecture research group made a 3D model of the prison based on written witness statements. This film shows how in 2016 the group interviewed five Saydnaya survivors using this model, adding more detail based on their testimonies.
- Who directed Torture in Saydnaya Prison?
- Torture in Saydnaya Prison was directed by Forensic Architecture.
- How long is Torture in Saydnaya Prison?
- Torture in Saydnaya Prison has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
- What genre is Torture in Saydnaya Prison?
- Torture in Saydnaya Prison is a Documentary film.
- Where was Torture in Saydnaya Prison produced?
- Torture in Saydnaya Prison was produced in United Kingdom.