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Filmmakers Accused of Defaming Israel at Venice Festival
Filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shor were honored at the Venice Film Festival for their documentary "NAZA," which accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza.
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- 01Filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shor received applause at the Venice Film Festival for their film "NAZA."
- 02The film "NAZA" accuses Israel of committing genocide in Gaza.
- 03Critics argue the film ignores facts about Israeli efforts to prevent civilian casualties.
- 04The film features testimonies from Unit 8200 soldiers alleging systematic elimination of Palestinians.
- 05Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar called the film an act of treason.
- 06The filmmakers previously won an Oscar for "No Other Land" about alleged Israeli mistreatment of Palestinians.
The film, featuring testimonies from Unit 8200 soldiers, has drawn criticism in Israel for alleged defamation and has received political support from some Israeli figures.
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