
Taxi to the Dark Side
In 2002, a young cab driver picked up a few passengers near his home in Afghanistan... He never returned
Directed by Alex Gibney
Produced by Wider Film Projects, Jigsaw Productions
A harrowing, meticulously researched documentary that traces the systemic torture and death of an innocent man to indict U.S. interrogation practices across multiple theaters of war.
An in-depth look at the torture practices of the United States in Afghanistan, Iraq and Guantanamo Bay, focusing on an innocent taxi driver in Afghanistan who was tortured and killed in 2002.
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Is Taxi to the Dark Side sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.
Is Taxi to the Dark Side easy watching? No. Less comforting than 99% of films.
Does Taxi to the Dark Side end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.
Is Taxi to the Dark Side scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Is Taxi to the Dark Side violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
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Like Taxi to the Dark Side
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Taxi to the Dark Side
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Taxi to the Dark Side, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Taxi to the Dark Side, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Taxi to the Dark Side, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




















































