The documentary “NAZA” held its North American premiere at the New York Film Festival, where it was met with a massive standing ovation. The film, directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, focuses on the destruction of Gaza and prompted an emotional response from the audience.
Following the screening, co-director Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor participated in a brief question-and-answer session with festival director Dennis Lim. Abraham, a journalist by profession, addressed the crowd directly, noting that many attendees were still drying their eyes after the intense viewing experience.
During the Q&A, Abraham made a pointed statement to the New York Film Festival audience regarding U.S. foreign policy. He told the attendees, “This is what your country is supporting,” explicitly calling out the U.S. government for funding Israel’s destruction of Gaza.
The reaction to the film and the director’s remarks highlighted the significant impact the documentary has had in North American cinema circles. The event served as a platform for the filmmakers to share their perspective on the ongoing conflict in the region.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
