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Words Of War: International Release for Press Freedom Thriller

6/23/2025

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The gripping political thriller "Words Of War" has landed international distribution in France, Scandinavia, South Korea, and Eastern Europe. Starring Maxine Peake and Ciarán Hinds, the film powerfully portrays journalist Anna Politkovskaya's courageous battle for press freedom and the tragic events surrounding her assassination in 2006. Now, it's available for streaming in the U.S. through Decal.

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The gripping political thriller "Words Of War" has landed international distribution in France, Scandinavia, South Korea, and Eastern Europe. Starring Maxine Peake and Ciarán Hinds, the film powerfully portrays journalist Anna Politkovskaya's courageous battle for press freedom and the tragic events surrounding her assassination in 2006. Now, it's available for streaming in the U.S. through Decal.