Film Forum is thrilled to announce the US theatrical premiere of Jesse Moss and Tony Gerber’s gripping new documentary, WAR GAME, opening on Friday, August 2.
An Intense Simulation of a Future Crisis
WAR GAME poses a chilling question: What will happen on January 6, 2025, when Congress convenes to certify the 2024 presidential election? Will the duly-elected candidate be confirmed, or will another, more successful attempt to subvert the democratic process unfold? The film explores whether government leaders will be prepared for such a crisis.
A Realistic Scenario in the White House Situation Room
The documentary features ex-government and military participants, including Steve Bullock, Heidi Heitkamp, and Wesley Clark, who engage in an immersive, fully-staged simulation in the White House Situation Room. They confront a coup launched by rogue elements within the U.S. military. Notably, one in five defendants from the 2021 Capitol attack were military veterans, adding a layer of realism to the scenario.
Expert Direction and Credible Storytelling
Directed by Jesse Moss and Tony Gerber, WAR GAME is crafted with meticulous attention to detail and authenticity. The filmmakers collaborated with the non-partisan organization Vet Voice to create a credible and heart-stopping narrative that examines the unthinkable in a race to save democracy.
Acclaimed Festival Screenings
WAR GAME premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and has since been featured at prestigious events such as CPH(Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival) and the DC/DOX documentary film festival, earning critical acclaim along the way.
About the Directors
Jesse Moss is renowned for his powerful documentaries, including the Oscar®-shortlisted BOYS STATE (Sundance Grand Jury Prize, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary), THE OVERNIGHTERS (Sundance Special Jury Prize), and THE MISSION.
Tony Gerber is an Emmy and PGA award-winning filmmaker who has directed over a dozen films for NatGeo. His notable works include FULL BATTLE RATTLE, co-directed with Moss, THE NOTORIOUS MR. BOUT (Sundance Film Festival official selection), and the Oscar®-shortlisted, Emmy-nominated documentary TAKEOVER.
The War Game premiere is August 2nd
Don’t miss the US theatrical premiere of WAR GAME at Film Forum on August 2. Experience this intense and thought-provoking documentary that explores the fragility of democracy and the potential for crisis in the highest echelons of power.