A Dangerous Assignment: Uncovering Corruption in Maduro’s Venezuela
In 2016, Venezuela introduced the CLAP program to provide essential food items during the economic crisis. However, Armando.info journalists discovered that the powdered milk included was deficient in calcium and high in sodium. Investigations revealed Alex Saab, a government contractor, was behind the overpriced imports. Journalist Roberto Deniz exposed Saab’s corruption and fled to Colombia due to threats. From there, he uncovered Saab's money laundering for Maduro and bribes to opposition members. Saab was arrested in Cape Verde and extradited to the US. Saab must choose to collaborate with US authorities or face trial, while Deniz, in exile, continues his reporting despite personal risks.
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A Dangerous Assignment: Uncovering Corruption in Maduro’s Venezuela
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 14, 2024
Runtime
1h 23m
Genres
Documentary, Thriller
User Score
100%
Original Title
A Dangerous Assignment: Uncovering Corruption in Maduro’s Venezuela
Production Companies
Frontline Production Inc.
Director
Juan Ravell
Description
In 2016, Venezuela introduced the CLAP program to provide essential food items during the economic crisis. However, Armando.info journalists discovered that the powdered milk included was deficient in calcium and high in sodium. Investigations revealed Alex Saab, a government contractor, was behind the overpriced imports. Journalist Roberto Deniz exposed Saab’s corruption and fled to Colombia due to threats. From there, he uncovered Saab's money laundering for Maduro and bribes to opposition members. Saab was arrested in Cape Verde and extradited to the US. Saab must choose to collaborate with US authorities or face trial, while Deniz, in exile, continues his reporting despite personal risks.
