Israeli Documentary 'Naza' Wins Venice Film Festival Jury Prize
The Israeli documentary film 'Naza' has been awarded the Jury Prize at the Venice International Film Festival. This marks a new achievement for Israeli directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, who previously won an Oscar for their film 'No Other Land.' The documentary, according to its synopsis, examines the operational mechanisms behind large-scale killings in the Gaza Strip, drawing on testimonies from 24 Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers and officers. The film's title, 'Naza,' refers to the military abbreviation 'Nitzotz Agavi,' meaning collateral damage.
'Naza' garnered significant attention following its premiere last Thursday, with the audience reportedly giving the filmmakers a standing ovation for approximately 25 minutes, a duration described as a festival record. Upon receiving the award, Abraham addressed the criticism the film faced within Israel. He stated that it was difficult to stand on the festival stage while thinking of Israeli politicians and journalists who attacked the film without having seen it.
Abraham added that the film aims to present what he described as the reality behind military operations. He urged both Israeli and international audiences to watch the documentary to understand the facts and testimonies it contains.
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