From ovations in Venice to death threats in Israel: the extreme responses to NAZA documentary

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As Gaza documentary wins cinematic acclaim, its directors face vitriol in Israel amid a febrile election campaign First there was a moment of stunned silence.

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  • As Gaza documentary wins cinematic acclaim, its directors face vitriol in Israel amid a febrile election campaign First there was a moment of stunned silence.
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:37 UTC.

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  1. From ovations in Venice to death threats in Israel: the extreme responses to NAZA documentary

  2. John Wilson on ‘The History of Concrete’ and What’s Wrong With the Documentary Space: ‘People Are Retelling Stories That Have Already Happened’

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