First Kill

Directed by Coco Schreiber

Schreiber’s controversial documentary interviews a number of Vietnam Veterans about their personal experiences, exploring the feelings of seduction, fascination and excitement which can be aroused through killing. It makes for disturbing viewing, with Vets candidly discussing the adrenaline and one-upmanship which would take place on the killing fields. SIDF website

Duration:
73 minutes

Country of origin:
Netherlands

Year of production:
2001