The Shadow World explores the global arms industry: a business in which profits are calculated in the tens of millions of dollars, while losses are counted in human lives. The film is based on the book with the same title by Andrew Feinstein, former ANC Member of Parliament from South Africa where he served under Nelson Mandela. - Awaiting further information from the producer -

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Title The Shadow World
Status In production
Category Docs
Year of production 2013

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Grimonprez lands Sundance development grant

The Shadow World, Johan Grimonprez’s latest documentary project, received a development grant from the Sundance Institute. According to Sundance, the grant is just the beginning for the lucky filmmakers who will receive year-round creative support from the prestigious organisation.

Still from Johan Grimonprez's Double TakeFilmmaker and creative artist Grimonprez impressed internationally with his award-winning Double Take which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2009. His new docu feature, The Shadow World, explores the global arms industry: a business in which profits are calculated in the tens of millions of dollars, while losses are counted in human lives.

Published on Tuesday 20 December 2011

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Last edited on 20 December 2011

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Director Johan Grimonprez
Producer Emmy Oost
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