Jonathan Glazer says Israel’s retaliation over NAZA ‘more venal’ than anticipated
Film’s producer says he was ‘shocked into silence’ the first time he watched documentary that details Israel’s mass killing of civilians in Gaza
TL;DR
- Jonathan Glazer calls Israel's retaliation over the documentary NAZA 'much more venal' than expected.
- The Israeli government has denounced the film, planning to strip citizenship from those who 'smear' Israeli soldiers and prosecuting those interviewed.
- NAZA details Israel's mass killing of civilians in Gaza through interviews with Israeli military insiders about AI-assisted surveillance.
- The documentary has received international recognition, including a 25-minute standing ovation and the special jury prize at the Venice film festival.
- Despite critical acclaim, the film and its creators have faced significant backlash, including threats and protests.
- Glazer previously drew attention for his comments at the Oscars, refuting his 'Jewishness and the Holocaust being hijacked by an occupation.'