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Filmmaker Expresses Regret Over Family Distress Amid 'N.Z.A.' Controversy
The creators of the controversial documentary film "N.Z.A." (Nezah), Rachel Shorr and Yuval Avraham, have spoken out about the intense public backlash and protests targeting Shorr's family. Speaking on the British newspaper The Guardian's "Stateside" podcast, Shorr expressed deep distress and remorse over protests held outside her parents' home, admitting that the situation has been scary and painful.
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What happened
- 01Documentary creators Rachel Shorr and Yuval Avraham discussed the intense backlash over their film "N.Z.A." on The Guardian's "Stateside" podcast.
- 02Shorr expressed distress and remorse over protests held outside her parents' home, calling the situation scary and painful.
- 03The documentary "N.Z.A." features testimonies from 24 IDF officers regarding Gaza policies and won a Jury Award at the Venice Film Festival.
- 04The filmmakers stated their goal was to spark public discourse and acknowledged receiving support from Israelis critical of the country's policies.
- 05Shorr and Avraham expressed reluctance to return to Israel due to threats and a hostile atmosphere.
- 06Avraham, currently in London, claimed he is under Israeli surveillance and that the government is actively working to discredit the film.
The documentary, which features testimonies from 24 IDF officers regarding policies in Gaza, won a Jury Award at the Venice Film Festival. It has since sparked fierce debate within Israel. Shorr and Avraham stated that they anticipated strong reactions, as their goal was to spark public discourse, and noted they have received support from segments of Israeli society critical of Israel's policies over the years.
Due to the hostile atmosphere and threats, the filmmakers have expressed reluctance to return to Israel. Avraham, who is currently in London, also voiced concerns about being under Israeli surveillance, claiming that the Israeli government is actively working to discredit the film and undermine its legitimacy.
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