PickAlready
Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud

Film

Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud

20257.2

On March 13, 2022, filmmaker Brent Renaud was killed by Russian soldiers, the first American journalist to die while reporting on the war in Ukraine. His younger brother and collaborator, Craig Renaud, recovered Brent’s body and his final recordings from Ukraine and brought them back to their childhood home in Arkansas. As Brent’s journey to his final resting place unfolds, the film chronicles the years he and his brother spent covering some of the world’s most dangerous conflicts.

Where to Watch

Finish records a completed viewing; remove only clears your active list. Your viewing history

Who would love this

  • ♥Individuals interested in documentary filmmaking and journalism.
  • ♥Those who appreciate humanistic storytelling and films that explore the human cost of conflict.
  • ♥Viewers who value brave and principled reporting.
  • ♥People who knew or admired Brent Renaud and his work.

Who might not

  • ✗Viewers seeking light entertainment or escapism.
  • ✗Those who are uncomfortable with graphic depictions of conflict or the realities of war.
  • ✗Individuals who prefer highly polished, narrative-driven films over vérité styles.