Israeli Documentary 'NAZA' Sparks Controversy Amid Gaza Crisis

WHO:

Variety - The documentary "NAZA" is directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor.

Variety - James Wilson is a producer of "NAZA."

WHAT:

Variety - "NAZA" examines the use of AI and surveillance systems by Israeli forces to target and kill Palestinians.

Variety - The documentary has received a near-25-minute standing ovation at its premiere in Venice.

Variety - The Israeli government response to the documentary has been described by James Wilson as "horrible and scary."

WHERE:

Variety - The documentary premiered in Venice.

WHEN:

Variety - "NAZA" premiered at the Venice Film Festival.

WHY:

Variety - The documentary asserts that Israel deliberately targets civilian areas in Gaza.

HOW:

Mashable - The film uses numerous sources to support its claims about Israeli military actions.

(UPDATED October 9, 2026 11:01 UTC)

The documentary "NAZA," directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, premiered at the Venice Film Festival and has already made waves by receiving a nearly 25-minute standing ovation. The film explores the use of AI and surveillance systems by Israeli forces to target and kill Palestinians, asserting that Israel deliberately targets civilian areas in Gaza, a claim supported by various sources. Producer James Wilson has described the Israeli government's response to the documentary as "horrible and scary."