The documentary is based on testimonies from 24 Israeli intelligence officers regarding military operations in Gaza.
On Thursday, Israeli journalist and filmmaker Yuval Abraham confirmed that he will return to Israel with co-director Rachel Szor, despite the threats they received following the release of their documentary “NAZA.”
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Abraham stated that the intimidation “will not deter” them and that they will both continue working and defending their positions within Israel, despite the controversy generated by the film.
Culture Minister Miki Zohar had asked to investigate the “leak” of materials, which could lead to the revocation of the filmmakers’ citizenship. Meanwhile, Israeli journalists launched a petition in defense of Abraham and Szor, stating that journalists and their sources should not have to fear threats of violence.
The documentary won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival and is based on testimonies from 24 Israeli intelligence officers regarding military operations in Gaza. The production sparked criticism from political sectors and protests outside the homes of the directors’ families.
Why does this documentary scare Israel so much?
Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor took the Venice Film Festival by storm with their new film NAZA. Now leaders in their own government want to strip them of citizenship. AJ+ Editorial Lead @TonyKaron explains. pic.twitter.com/TDXFxZkMHX
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According to Abraham, the film will be available for free online through the website of the British newspaper The Guardian after its theatrical release. The directors also offered to screen the film free of charge in Israeli cinemas to facilitate public access to its content.
Abraham emphasized that the collected testimonies reveal aspects that generate debate within Israeli society and that typically receive little public attention. He argued that documentary work, criticism, and investigation are part of civic responsibility and the professional practice of journalism.
The international distribution of “NAZA” will begin on September 28 in various countries in Europe, Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, and Canada, although the United States is not initially among the announced territories.
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