Israelism (2023)

Israelism (2023). 1h 24m

“This documentary presents a compassionate and comprehensive window into Zionism from the Jewish perspective, and how many Jews, specifically American Jews, are beginning to deconstruct what theyu0026#39;ve been taught and come alongside Palestinians in their struggle against the occupation. It portrays both Palestinians and Jews as people deserving of dignity, while at the same time clearly illustrating the shocking disparity of their lived experiences. Itu0026#39;s an excellent film that uplifts the idea of multi-religious and ethnic solidarity in the face of oppression.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThis film does a very good job dissolving the u0026quot;bondu0026quot; between Israeli and Jewish identity by showing how Israel, as a political entity, strives to maintain a good public image in America above all else, often to the detriment of Jews in America. It discusses anti-Zionism while condemning anti-semitism, but also makes the link between Israelu0026#39;s need to ingratiate itself with powerful politicians, who are often bigoted themselves. These politicians then inspire bigotry in their followers in a way that negatively affects Jews. The film argues that the only way to truly eradicate anti-semitism and make a safe place for all Jews is not by creating another system of oppression, but by calling out all forms of injustice, and participating in radical allyship, which includes both communal action and self-education. Itu0026#39;s an excellent movie for those who are not well-versed in the history of the occupation or have maybe grown up hearing a lot of the same Zionist talking points as the people interviewed, and I hope that many people will watch it!”