Documentary | Length: 1 hr 24 mins | Topic: Zionists’ idealism + Media Bias
Directed by Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen, A TIKKUN OLAM PRODUCTION
Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/bondvm3hvGM?si=I7b4Yy9jJUVAl5xQ
Official Website: https://www.israelismfilm.com
Tour dates / Film Screenings: https://www.israelismfilm.com/screenings
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Why We Recommend This:
Why are more formerly American Jewish zionists— especially younger generations — becoming increasingly disillusioned with Israel? In a film produced by two first-time Jewish filmmakers, follow the journey of two young American progressive Jews — Simone Zimmerman and Eitan — who changed their mind about zionism. Like many American Jews, they were raised to adore Israel and unconditionally accepted their supposed birthright there to the point that Eitan even joins the Israeli military. However, after visiting West Bank, they say, “They came to Israel but left from Palestine” … learn why.
Two young American Jews — Simone Zimmerman and Eitan — are raised to defend the state of Israel at all costs. Eitan joins the Israeli military. Simone supports Israel on ‘the other battlefield:’ America’s college campuses. When they witness Israel’s mistreatment of the Palestinian people with their own eyes, they are horrified and heartbroken.
Film Description:
“When two young American Jews raised to unconditionally love Israel witness the brutal way Israel treats Palestinians, their lives take sharp left turns. They join a movement of young American Jews battling the old guard to redefine Judaism’s relationship with Israel, revealing a deepening generational divide over modern Jewish identity. Directed by two first-time Jewish filmmakers who share a similar story to the film’s protagonists, ISRAELISM is produced by Peabody-winner & 6-time Emmy-nominee Daniel J. Chalfen (Loudmouth, Boycott) along with activist and filmmaker Nadia Saah (Mo, Omar, 5 Broken Cameras), executive produced by two-time Emmy-winner Brian A. Kates (Marvelous Ms. Maisel, Succession, The Plot Against America) and edited by Emmy-winner Tony Hale (The Story of Plastic). ISRAELISM uniquely explores how Jewish attitudes towards Israel are changing dramatically, with massive consequences for the region and for Judaism itself.”
