DCSIMG
 
 

The Whistleblower (2010)

The Whistleblower (2010)
Play Trailer and Clips
Member Rating:  
Inspired by real events, writer/director Larysa Kondracki's intense docudrama tells the tale of an American policewoman who uncovers evidence of human trafficking while assisting a U.N. peacekeeping mission in Bosnia. Nebraska cop Kathy Bolkovac (Rachel Weisz) is caught in the middle of a vicious custody battle with her ex-husband when she seizes the opportunity to make a quick 100,000 dollars tax-free by spending six months in Bosnia as a U.N. peacekeeper. Shortly after Kathy arrives in Bosnia, Human Rights Commission head Madeleine Rees (Vanessa Redgrave) promotes her to the U.N.'s Gender Office, where she begins studying sexual-assault cases. But when Kathy discovers that her fellow peacekeepers are involved in a human-trafficking ring, the ensuing controversy makes her the target of some very powerful -- and incredibly ruthless -- people. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

 Read More


Starring:
Rachel WeiszVanessa Redgrave, (more)
Director(s):
Larysa Kondracki
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD  |  Blu-ray
View All Versions to rent and buy
 
 
 
 

Synopsis of The Whistleblower

Inspired by real events, writer/director Larysa Kondracki's intense docudrama tells the tale of an American policewoman who uncovers evidence of human trafficking while assisting a U.N. peacekeeping mission in Bosnia. Nebraska cop Kathy Bolkovac (Rachel Weisz) is caught in the middle of a vicious custody battle with her ex-husband when she seizes the opportunity to make a quick 100,000 dollars tax-free by spending six months in Bosnia as a U.N. peacekeeper. Shortly after Kathy arrives in Bosnia, Human Rights Commission head Madeleine Rees (Vanessa Redgrave) promotes her to the U.N.'s Gender Office, where she begins studying sexual-assault cases. But when Kathy discovers that her fellow peacekeepers are involved in a human-trafficking ring, the ensuing controversy makes her the target of some very powerful -- and incredibly ruthless -- people. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
112 mins

Complete Cast of The Whistleblower


Director(s):
Larysa Kondracki
Writer(s):
Larysa KondrackiEilis Kirwan
Producer(s):
Celine RattrayChristina Piovesan
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Profanity, Violence, Nudity, Sexual Situations)
Categories:
Mystery & SuspenseForeign
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

Looking for special editions of The Whistleblower?
See All Versions
Subtitles:
Check All Versions
Closed Captioning:
Check All Versions
 
 
 
 

BY MAIL

 
Buy New  from $10.99
 

IN-STORE

 

ON DEMAND

Blockbuster Instant Video

Watch thousands of movies instantly on your TV, tablet, mobile phone or computer with no monthly subscription. You pay only for what you watch.
 

What's Your Take?

Add to FavoritesIn Favorites  |  Share:     Email to a friendShare on FacebookShare on Twitter
    YOUR REVIEW
    WRITE A REVIEW
     
    1000 
     
    Member Reviews
     
    Sally M.

    Violent and Troubling. I can't even imagine why I kept watching this movie except that the acting was so incredible. Rachel Weisz deserves an academy award for her performance as well as the young women portraying the victims. I was so troubled by this movie particularly because I was forewarned the story came from true events. The level of terror is beyond anything I have ever seen and have had disturbing dreams ever since. I would warn anyone about to see this film about the degree of violence if asked. The film probably deserves 5 stars but I just can't rate it 5 because of the effect it had on me.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Lisa Ann K.

    Really well cast and kept up a good pace. I loved Rachel Weisz in this. Kind of kept me on the edge of my seat a bit, and then, at other times, seemed a bit of a stretch. Overall, I recommend it. Sure is an eye-opener.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Max E.

    Powerful movie with a great cast showing some of the evils of the world. Everyone should watch and learn what is going on in the world around them.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Read All 45 Reviews