The documentary is noted for its high-risk access but remains controversial due to its focused viewpoint:
: Schechter and her crew spent three years embedded on the front lines, starting in 2015, living in military bases and trenches alongside the rebels. A Sniper's War (2018)
: Critics and audience reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes have debated whether the film provides a rare, necessary perspective or serves as a platform for pro-Russian propaganda. The documentary is noted for its high-risk access