NAZA Producer Calls Israeli Government Response 'Horrible and Scary'
Key Takeaways
- Producer James Wilson calls the Israeli government's reaction to 'NAZA' 'horrible and scary.'
- The documentary investigates alleged Israeli targeting of civilian sites in Gaza.
- Directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor faced threats of treason and revoked citizenship.
- Wilson confirmed that despite the severe backlash, the directors are safe.
James Wilson, producer of the critically acclaimed documentary 'NAZA,' recently addressed the intense backlash the film has faced from Israeli politicians during the BFI London Film Festival. Wilson characterized the political response as hysterical and aggressive, noting that the directors have faced severe stress and threats of treason charges.
The documentary, which explores the alleged targeting of civilians in Gaza, premiered to massive acclaim in Venice. Wilson emphasized that despite the terrifying nature of the government's backlash, the directors remain safe and are managing the fallout.
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