Torn
Screening Information
Film Details
| Country | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 2024 | |
| Running Time | 75 MIN | |
| Languages | English, Hebrew | |
| Subtitles | English | |
| Director | Nim Shapira | |
| Theme | Middle East Relations Politics |
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Description
In this timely documentary, filmmaker Nim Shapira delves into the Israel-Gaza conflict as it unfolds on the streets of New York City. The film traces the intense debates ignited by the "Kidnapped from Israel" poster campaign, a grassroots effort to raise awareness about the hostages taken by Hamas. These posters become flashpoints for clashes between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups, offering a window into the personal and political dimensions of the conflict. Through intimate glimpses into the lives of hostage families and activists, Torn captures the human stories often lost in headlines, revealing the emotional depth behind every poster.
Presentation Details
| Guest | Director Nim Shapira |
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| Presented In Partnership With |  |
| Reviews | " Gripping and moving." - Haaretz "Intriguing, infuriating, and chilling." - TimeOut Tel Aviv "This deeply engaging film kept me on the edge of my seat and broke my heart, frame by frame." - KAN tarbut |
| Awards And Festivals | Atlanta Jewish Film Festival 2025 Miami Jewish Film Festival 2025 |
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