The Jihadist

Synopsis

Over most of two decades, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s life has been a roadmap of Islamist militancy in Iraq and Syria. Designated a terrorist by the United States, the powerful Syrian militant now seeks a new relationship with the West.

Director

Martin Smith

Written by

Martin Smith

Music

François-Paul Aïche

Studio

FRONTLINE

Released

1 June 2021

Genres

Documentary