Filmmaker Raoul Peck’s new documentary will focus on the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise. The film, titled “The Hands That Held the Knives,” has been in production for over two years.
The documentary will be a thriller inspired by the works of Graham Greene and John Le Carré, offering insights from individuals involved in Moise’s murder and featuring secret footage from Haitian prisons.
It aims to delve into Haiti’s political landscape, its connections with the U.S., and the corrupt entities involved in drug and contraband trafficking in the Caribbean.
Shooting for the documentary continues in various locations, including Haiti, the U.S., Canada, France, and North Africa. Peck, born in Port-au-Prince, is committed to revealing the genuine narrative of Haiti without the usual stereotypes.
Raoul Peck, known for political and historical documentaries like “I Am Not Your Negro” and “Exterminate All the Brutes,” is directing and producing the film with support from production companies like Jigsaw Productions and Imagine Documentaries.
The project’s producers include acclaimed documentarian Alex Gibney, known for his investigative works on subjects like Theranos and Scientology, who recognizes Peck’s unique perspective and expertise on Haiti’s political landscape.
The documentary is a collaborative effort involving various producers and executives who bring their experience and resources to the project. Sales rights will be represented by AC Independent, Double Agent, and Range Media Partners.
Raoul Peck is represented by Jessica Lacy and Nina Shaw, showcasing the anticipation and potential impact of this forthcoming documentary on the Haitian political narrative.
