From ovations in Venice to death threats in Israel: the extreme responses to NAZA documentary
Summary
The documentary NAZA, about Israeli military operations in Gaza, received a 25-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival. In Israel, the film sparked strong backlash from right-wing politicians and groups who accused the filmmakers of betrayal and threatened them with violence.Key Facts
- NAZA is a documentary made by Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor about Israeli military actions in Gaza.
- The film uses anonymous testimonies from Israeli soldiers to show how civilians are targeted in nighttime strikes.
- It received a 25-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival.
- The documentary will open in US cinemas on 30 September, with plans for wider international release.
- In Israel, right-wing politicians, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, called the film-makers traitors and proposed laws to punish those who criticize the military.
- Far-right protesters threatened the filmmakers and demanded harsh punishments, including the death penalty.
- Human rights and press freedom groups defended the filmmakers against these threats.
- The controversy highlights deep political divisions in Israel over the war in Gaza and freedom of speech.
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