A groundbreaking documentary has captivated audiences at the Venice Film Festival with a rare 25-minute standing ovation, sparking widespread discussion in Israel despite limited viewings. NAZA, directed by two Israeli filmmakers, offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of anonymous intelligence operatives working from Tel Aviv’s rooftops, blending tension with an unusual perspective on espionage. The film’s raw, unfiltered portrayal has made it a cultural phenomenon in Israel, where curiosity about its contents far outpaces actual screenings. Its unexpected acclaim raises questions about how personal and professional boundaries collide in high-stakes intelligence work.
At the Venice Film Festival earlier this month, the documentary NAZA received a 25-minute standing ovation. In Israel, it’s all anyone’s talking about, even though few have actually seen it. Made by two Israeli filmmakers, Rachel Szor and Yuval Abraham, the movie takes place on the rooftops of Tel Aviv, where 24 anonymous Israeli intelligence […]
