The Diplomat (2015)

Embarking on an extraordinary journey through half a century of American foreign policy, "The Diplomat" unveils the compelling story of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke. A man whose career spanned the tumultuous epochs of Vietnam to Afghanistan, his tale is narrated through the eyes of his eldest son, David. This riveting documentary invites viewers into the nerve-centers of high-stakes diplomacy, where wars are cease-fired and peace is brokered. As a young foreign service officer, Holbrooke was dispatched to the heart of the Vietnam conflict, witnessing first-hand the unraveling threads of a nation at war. Fast-forward thirty years, and President Clinton entrusts him with a formidable mission: to quell the flames of the Bosnian war that had Europe in its deadly grasp. This monumental feat earns him recognition, yet leaves his aspirations of becoming Secretary of State unfulfilled. Undaunted, Holbrooke rallies on, accepting an improbable task from President Obama to end the war in Afghanistan. The quest proves perilous, with hurdles looming in Kabul and Washington, and tragically culminates in Holbrooke's sudden death in December 2010. In the aftermath of his father's demise, David grapples with the realization that he knew little of his father's historical legacy. The ceaseless travel that defined Holbrooke's life had inadvertently forged a chasm between father and son. Grief-stricken yet resolute, David embarks on a quest to delve deeper into his father's world, striving to comprehend him in death better than he did in life. "The Diplomat," set for release in 2015, marks the 20th anniversary of Holbrooke's most iconic accomplishment: The Dayton Peace Accords, which heralded the end of the Bosnian war. This documentary is a stirring tribute to a man who dedicated his life to forging peace, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the intricate machinations of global diplomacy.

The Diplomat is a documentary movie featuring Madeleine Albright and directed by David Holbrooke.

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