When Kathryn Bolkovac was asked to work as a peacekeeper in post-war Bosnia, she figured it a better way to make more money and spend more time with her daughter. What she didn't expect was to uncover a sex slave ring headed by the very people who were supposed to keep the country safe.
Detailing the real events of 1998, Larysa Kondracki's debut film is an emotional portrayal of a woman who simply refuses to settle. Rachel Weisz is garnering some heated Oscar talks for her portrayal of Bolkovac, and the credit is well deserved. Her ability to capture the determination of our leading heroine helps create a unique and adrenaline filled experience that is sure to give you goosebumps long after the credits roll.
But the greatness doesn't stop with Weisz. A tremendous supporting staff that includes the likes of Vanessa Redgrave, Monica Bellucci and David Strathairn help give the film a complete, authentic feel.
Kondracki handles her all-star cast well, and refuses to hold back in her depiction of the human trafficking scandal. The end of the feature will likely upset many as the story doesn't bear the all too convenient "happily ever after" conclusion. But The Whistleblower depicts real life, a place where happy endings aren't all that common.
