The film explores the underlying fractures of the War on Terrorism from 1979
to the present. Interviewing over 40 leading voices from across the political spectrum, including Richard Clarke, Noam Chomsky, Christopher Hitchens, Tariq Ali, Steve Coll, Peter Bergen and Samantha Power, the film seeks to engender a lively debate over key issues running through this increasingly dangerous conflict.

"Moving beyond partisan politics, director Rob McGann's essential new film takes advantage of an exemplary range of commentators to set out the path that led from the mountains of Cold War-era Afghanistan to the twin towers of the World Trade Center and the ensuing high-stakes espionage now occurring throughout the world. The scope of this documentary is striking..."

     - Vancouver International Film Festival

"Why do they hate us? Covering decades of U.S. foreign policy, this film offers a concise, convincing explanation. Required viewing."

     - The Kansas City Star

"...an important film about America and for America, one that counters the country's partisan, bi-fractural politics and media."

     - openDemocracy

"a terrific launching pad for debate... a must see for people who truly want to try to understand why 9/11 happened and how the US got involved in Iraq."

     - Durango Independent Film Festival