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A shocking documentary shows how the US government tried to subdue a heavily armed religious group.
A religious leader, in his own words “the saviour,” has built an entire community in the Texas town of Waco. Because there were so many children here and at least as many guns, the government decided in 1993 to invade the compound of these Branch Davidians. The raid was not exactly without a fight and a 51-day standoff ensued, with a dramatic conclusion. Reason enough to put the story back in the spotlight thirty years later in the form of an interesting documentary.
Waco: The American Apocalypse shows Mission Impossible with never-before-seen footage and testimonials. Both sides of the story are highlighted for a realistic impression of what happened on and around community grounds during this time. It explains in chronological order exactly what action the government has taken, primarily to get the children released, but also to ensure the leader of the group surrenders, fearing he poses a danger to society. .
The local police and the FBI disagreed on the level of force that would be allowed in this operation, and no one could have predicted Koresh’s eventual reaction. Due to the disastrous outcome of the operation, the government had a hard time, because the best helmsmen are also ashore in the United States.
Where many documentarians sometimes work unilaterally, the directors of Waco: The American Apocalypse highlight all aspects of the story. This includes an FBI sniper, two negotiators, a reporter, agents, and various Branch Davidians. In addition, facts are valued over assumptions. So don’t expect embellished stories, exciting reconstructions or unexpected twists.
Step by step, all possible evidence came out of the closet. It is explained what happened and it is supported by witness statements and pictures and sound material from the time. Everything that was hidden in 1993 is now revealed. This approach ensures that no questions are left unanswered, although after watching this documentary enough questions arise about how something so unimaginable could have gotten out of hand.
Waco: The American Apocalypse can be seen as a record of an event that should never be forgotten. The documentary is informative and objective, with no intention of entertaining. It’s not necessary, because the subject gives enough reason to want to watch the whole series in one go and to be able to fall from one surprise to the next.
Waco: The American Apocalypse can be seen at netflix.
