From Vanity Fair · Hannah Seligson · · 2m
Naza Documentary Sparks Protests at NYFF Premiere
Naza documentary reveals Israeli military's civilian casualties in Gaza, triggering protests and death threats for filmmakers.
In brief
Naza documentary reveals Israeli military's civilian casualties in Gaza, triggering protests and death threats for filmmakers. The film exposes alleged war crimes by Israeli military targeting civilians in Gaza, drawing international attention and controversy. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
Naza Premiere Sparks Debate
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The documentary, directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, features interviews with 24 former Israeli intelligence officers about civilian casualties in Gaza.
“Israel has implemented more precautions to prevent civilian harm than any military in history.”
Security Measures at Screening
Strict security protocols included metal detectors, bag checks, and K9 bomb-sniffing dogs at the premiere venue.
Death Threats Against Filmmakers
Abraham and Szor received death threats and calls for them to be 'pursued' and 'hunted' after the film's Venice premiere.
Prime Minister's Response
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Netanyahu wants Abraham and Szor stripped of Israeli citizenship for allegedly 'smearing' Israeli soldiers.
Sold-Out Screening
The film sold out with 1,086 seats filled at the New York Film Festival premiere.
Rally Against Film
Demonstrators held signs like 'Antizionist libels get Jews killed. Shut down the antizionist hate movement!'
Documentary's Impact
The film won a Special Jury Prize at Venice Film Festival and received a record-breaking 25-minute standing ovation.
Previous Investigations
Abraham published over 11 investigative pieces, including a 2022 +972 magazine article titled 'We killed a little boy, but it was within the rules.'
“We killed a little boy, but it was within the rules.”
Israeli Media Silence
Israeli news media ignored the film's findings despite multiple attempts to report on alleged war crimes.
Naza Meaning
Naza is a Hebrew military acronym meaning 'collateral damage', one civilian death per military strike.
War Crimes Allegations
The film claims Israeli military targeted civilians using tracking protocols like 'Where's Daddy?' to identify targets.
IDF's Response
The IDF categorically rejects the allegations made in Naza.
Unit 8200 Connection
The film implicates Unit 8200, Israel's elite intelligence unit where many sources served.
Diaspora Concerns
The film challenges Jewish diaspora to reconsider their position of perceived victimhood in light of Gaza.
Here's the gist
The film exposes alleged war crimes by Israeli military targeting civilians in Gaza, drawing international attention and controversy.



