# Gaza Documentary NAZA Sets U.S. Theatrical Release

> Gaza documentary NAZA launches U.S. theaters Sept 30 via self-distribution model.
- Title: Gaza Documentary NAZA Sets U.S. Theatrical Release · Variety
- Summary: Gaza documentary NAZA launches U.S. theaters Sept 30 via self-distribution model. NAZA, a Gaza documentary, begins U.S. theatrical release on Sept 30 using a…
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- Source: Variety — https://variety.com/2026/film/news/naza-documentary-u-s-theatrical-release-1236866998
- Author: Pat Saperstein
- Published: 2026-09-18T18:02:12+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: naza, gaza, theatrical release, self-distribution model, ifc center, new york city, entertainment, culture
## NAZA Documentary
NAZA, the acclaimed and controversial documentary about killings in Gaza, has set a U.S. theatrical release starting Sept 30.
## Self-Distribution Model
The film uses a self-distribution model to bypass selling to studios or independent distributors.
## Exclusive IFC Center Launch
The U.S. theatrical rollout begins exclusively at the IFC Center in New York City.
## Distribution Partners
The Guardian and mk2 spearhead the distribution with international partners and consultants.
## Release Strategy
The model aims to bring the film to audiences as quickly as possible through a team of U.S. and international partners.
## Key takeaway

NAZA, a Gaza documentary, begins U.S. theatrical release on Sept 30 using a self-distribution model to bypass studios and distributors.