Best HBO Documentaries to Watch in 2019

#3 JIM: THE JAMES FOLEY STORY

Directed by Foley’s childhood friend Brian Oakes, the film chronicles the life of American photojournalist James “Jim” Foley. In 2012, ISIS kidnapped in Syria while he was reporting on the Syrian Civil War. This was before ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq) was well-known in the mainstream media. After holding him hostage for 2 years, ISIS released the now infamous video of Foley’s beheading. This documentary will keep you captivated with the rare insights into Foley’s work and captivity as well as the profound impact he had on fellow hostages.