CITIZENFOUR

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2014's Academy Award® winning documentary CITIZENFOUR is a real life international thriller that unfolds by the minute. With unprecedented access, this gripping behind-the-scenes chronicle follows award winning director Laura Poitras (My Country, My Country) and journalist Glenn Greenwald's remarkable encounters with whistle-blower Edward Snowden in a hotel room in Hong Kong, as he hands over classified documents that provide evidence of mass indiscriminate and illegal invasions of privacy by the National Security Agency (NSA). The documentary not only shows the dangers of governmental surveillance, but makes audiences feel them. After seeing the film, viewers will never think the same way about their phone, e-mail, credit cards, web browser or digital footprint again.

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MARCH 22, 2026

Current Location and Status

Edward Snowden currently resides in Russia. He has been living there since June 2013 after leaking classified documents that revealed extensive U.S. government surveillance programs. Initially, he stayed at Moscow's Sheremetyevo International Airport for about a month before being granted asylum.

Citizenship and Legal Status

In 2022, Snowden became a naturalized citizen of Russia. He has also received a Russian passport, allowing him to live and work in the country legally.

Professional Life

Snowden has maintained a relatively low profile in Russia. He works in the IT sector for an unnamed company and has been involved with the Freedom of the Press Foundation, an organization focused on protecting journalists from government surveillance.

Public Engagement

While in Russia, Snowden has participated in various interviews and conferences via video link. He remains active on social media, although his posts are infrequent. His actions continue to spark debate regarding privacy and government surveillance.