To Sell a War

Prepare to delve into a thought-provoking documentary that peels back the layers of manipulation, revealing the unsettling truth behind the campaign to gain public support for the Gulf War. “To Sell A War,” originally aired in December 1992 as part of CBC’s fifth estate program, exposes the Citizens for a Free Kuwait campaign as a strategic public relations spin. Directed by Martyn Gregory and produced by Neil Docherty, the film uncovers the disturbing truth behind the infamous testimony of Nurse Nayirah, who was revealed to be Nijirah al-Sabah, daughter of Kuwait’s ambassador to the United States, Saud Nasir Al-Sabah.

The documentary unravels a web of deceit, highlighting the role of the influential public relations firm Hill & Knowlton in coaching Nijirah al-Sabah to forge her testimony. Her emotional account, widely reported and repeated throughout the media, portrayed Iraqi soldiers removing babies from incubators, tugging at the heartstrings of the public and galvanizing support for military action. However, “To Sell A War” reveals the manufactured nature of this narrative, exposing the calculated manipulation behind the scenes.

“Unveiling Deception: Exposing the Manipulative Tactics of ‘To Sell A War'” takes viewers on a journey of revelation, challenging the narratives that shape public opinion and shedding light on the unsettling power of propaganda. This documentary serves as a cautionary tale, urging us to question the veracity of information presented to us and to critically examine the hidden agendas behind the media’s portrayal of events.