About

Charlie Rosser is an award-winning filmmaker and investigative journalist whose work has covered humanitarian crises, geopolitical conflicts, and underreported global stories. His frontline reporting has included coverage of events leading up to Ethiopia's civil war, clandestinely documenting the ongoing civil war in Burma, and the destruction of the Brazilian Amazon. His investigative reporting for outlets including Vice News, The Guardian, and The Atlantic and his work has earned support from the Catapult Film Fund, Pulitzer Center, and Media Trust. From 2020-2022, he served on the One World Media Commissioners Panel, and he has spoken at industry events including Hot Docs Forum and Sheffield Documentary Festival.

Rosser is currently producing RECKONING, a feature documentary set in the Brazilian Amazon, which follows a Brazilian special prosecutor's mission to hold illegal gold miners accountable for the existential threats facing the Yanomami people. The film examines systemic corruption, environmental devastation, and indigenous survival, capturing the legal and personal stakes involved in prosecuting crimes against humanity. RECKONING has been supported by the Catapult Film Fund.

His directorial debut, THE QUIET SOLDIER, explores the psychological and spiritual dimensions of guerrilla warfare in Burma’s Karenni State. At the center of the film is guerrilla leader Reedu, who shoulders the burden of leadership in the midst of conflict, guided by the spiritual and cultural traditions that shape his worldview. THE QUIET SOLDIER immerses viewers in the lived experience of war, spirituality, and identity, presenting a layered portrait of modern resilience and sacrifice.

Rosser’s filmmaking is rooted in deep investigative work and a commitment to visual storytelling that prioritises access, authenticity, and human complexity. His career has taken him from war zones to environmental frontlines, documenting stories that intersect with global politics, human rights, and social justice. His work continues to gain recognition in the documentary industry, reinforcing his position as a filmmaker dedicated to uncovering critical global issues and amplifying the voices of those most affected by them.

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