The Road to Guantanamo (2006)

Set against the backdrop of a world reeling from the horrors of 9/11, "The Road to Guantanamo" weaves a chilling narrative that blurs the line between drama and reality. In 2001, the film follows the perilous journey of four Pakistani Britons, Ruhal Ahmed, Asif Iqbal, Shafiq Rasul, and Monir. Initially embarking on a trip to Pakistan for a wedding, their journey takes a harrowing turn as they decide to venture into the war-torn landscapes of Afghanistan, a country under relentless bombardment by the American forces in response to the infamous terrorist attacks. In the midst of the wartime turmoil, they lose Monir and are soon captured by the Northern Alliance fighters. Wrongly identified as enemy combatants, they are handed over to the American forces who transport them to the notorious prison camps at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Known collectively as the Tipton Three, Ahmed, Iqbal, and Rasul find themselves trapped in a nightmarish cycle of relentless imprisonment, ruthless interrogations, and tormenting torture, all aimed at extracting fabricated confessions of their involvement in terrorism. For two grueling years, they endure this brutal abuse, struggling to keep their spirits high amidst this gross miscarriage of justice. "The Road to Guantanamo" is a haunting exploration of their fight for survival, their quest for truth, and their hope for freedom, concluding with their eventual release without charges. This film serves as an uncomfortable reminder of the human cost of war, a testament to resilience, and a stark critique of the world's response to terrorism.

The Road to Guantanamo is a documentary movie featuring Riz Ahmed and directed by Mat Whitecross.

The Road to Guantanamo is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV.