Israeli ministers denounced the directors of the documentary "Naza" after the award at the Venice Film Festival. The film centers on Gaza. Israel's Culture Minister said the filmmakers ought to be stripped of their citizenship. The Israel Defense Forces denied the film's allegation about a strike as untrue. The directors have made no public statement. The film's win has triggered strong reactions from government officials. The incident reflects friction over media portrayal of the region.
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Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers' citizenship over Gaza film - Al Jazeera
Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers' citizenship over Gaza film Al Jazeera
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Israeli Minister of Culture wants to strip citizenship of 'NAZA' filmmakers - today.lorientlejour.com
Israeli Minister of Culture wants to strip citizenship of 'NAZA' filmmakers today.lorientlejour.com
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Israel's Culture Minister Calls For Oscar-Winning Israeli Filmmakers Behind Gaza Doc 'NAZA' To Lose Their Citizenship - Deadline
Israel's Culture Minister Calls For Oscar-Winning Israeli Filmmakers Behind Gaza Doc 'NAZA' To Lose Their Citizenship Deadline
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IDF rejects NAZA claim it approved Gaza strike risking 500 civilian deaths as 'completely false' - Ynetnews
IDF rejects NAZA claim it approved Gaza strike risking 500 civilian deaths as 'completely false' Ynetnews
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'Despicable creators': Israeli ministers attack directors of Gaza film Naza after Venice win - thenationalnews.com
'Despicable creators': Israeli ministers attack directors of Gaza film Naza after Venice win thenationalnews.com