Two screens, one choice: The lie of ‘Naza’ and the truth of ‘Fauda’
While a libelous Israeli film was rewarded in Venice with a jury prize and a standing ovation, the popular TV series confronts viewers with the truth about Oct. 7.
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The article contrasts two cinematic portrayals of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: the film "Naza" and the TV series "Fauda." "Naza," which won a Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival, is criticized for perpetuating a "blood libel" by depicting Israeli forces as deliberately targeting civilians. The author, who investigated the IDF's actions, asserts that this portrayal is false, stating, "Never in the history of warfare has an army done so much to try to protect the civilian population of its enemy."
- Conversely, the popular Netflix series "Fauda" is praised for truthfully confronting viewers with the horrors of the October 7, 2023, Hamas massacre, which the author witnessed firsthand.
- The author highlights the stark difference between the two narratives, presenting "Naza" as a lie and "Fauda" as the truth.
- The article concludes by urging audiences to choose truth over deception in their understanding of the conflict.
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