Filmmaker Rory Kennedy has created a documentary focusing on John Barnett, a former quality inspector at Boeing who became a whistleblower. Barnett was found dead in his truck in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2024, having died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Kennedy, who has experienced personal tragedy within her family, expressed that Barnett's death had a profound impact on her.
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Rory Kennedy discusses documentary on Boeing whistleblower John Barnett
Rory Kennedy has released a documentary about John Barnett, a Boeing whistleblower who died by suicide in 2024. Barnett's death, which occurred in Charleston, South Carolina, has deeply affected Kennedy, prompting her to explore his story through film.
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Rory Kennedy revisits Boeing in new film sparked by whistleblower’s death: ‘We’ve got to stay at this’
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Rory Kennedy discusses documentary on Boeing whistleblower John Barnett