Raoul Peck Announces New Documentary on 2021 Assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse

The film, titled 'The Hands That Held the Knives,' aims to uncover the complex political and criminal dynamics behind the tragic event.

Director Raoul Peck, known for 'I Am Not Your Negro,' is working on a documentary that will explore the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in 2021.
The documentary will delve into Haitian politics, its relationship with the U.S., and the corruption and criminality, including drug and weapons trafficking.
Peck was granted access to individuals involved in the assassination and conducted secret filming in Haiti's prison system.
The film is described as a documentary thriller, drawing comparisons to the works of Graham Greene and John Le Carré.
Production involves notable collaborators such as Jigsaw Productions, Imagine Documentaries, Anonymous Content, and Double Agent, with worldwide sales rights represented by AC Independent, Double Agent, and Range Media Partners.