Gaza documentary NAZA tops Italian box office ahead of extended run

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 2 Oct, 17:08 · Archive

The documentary NAZA, about Israeli military actions in Gaza, has opened at number one at the Italian box office.

NAZA, an 80-minute documentary about Israeli military actions in Gaza, has opened at number one at the Italian box office. Originally scheduled for a three-day run, the film's release window is being extended following sold-out screenings and positive audience reaction. On its opening day on Monday, the documentary earned €451,872.

The film details Israeli military targeting policies in Gaza and the military's alleged acceptance of high numbers of civilian deaths. The filmmakers behind the documentary have disclosed that they spoke to more than 100 sources with knowledge of the military systems used in the war.

The Israeli Defense Forces has published a multi-page statement in response to the film, calling its portrayal 'distorted' and seeking to discredit the documentary. The film has continued to spark controversy in Israel.

How it is being reported

• "NAZA": Israeli military issues statement on filmDW News · 2 Oct, 16:55
• NAZA film-makers say they spoke to more than 100 sources about Israeli actions in GazaGuardian World · 1 Oct, 18:45
• Gaza documentary NAZA beats Avengers Endgame: Encore to top Italian box officeThe Guardian · 30 Sept, 18:11

In this story: NAZA · Israeli Defense Forces · Italy · Gaza · Israel

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