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Israelism (Erin Axelman & Sam Eilertsen, 2023)

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ISRAELISM : How deep do indoctrination and Israeli army glorification go?

The documentary Israelism examines the rift among Jews regarding Palestine, highlighting young people's increasing criticism of Israel and Zionism.

This divide is driven by firsthand accounts of Israel's actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.

Its main protagonists Simone Zimmerman, and its co-director and producer, Erin Axelman are interviewed as the film faces opposition from groups trying to cancel its screenings.

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New Film Examines American Jews’ Growing Rejection of Israel’s Occupation

The new documentary Israelism examines the growing generational divide among Jewish Americans on the question of Palestine, with many younger Jews increasingly critical of Israel and less supportive of Zionism. Simone Zimmerman, one of the protagonists of the film and a co-founder of the group IfNotNow, says she grew up being told that supporting Israel was central to her Jewish identity, but that collapsed once she visited the Occupied Palestinian Territories and saw the system of apartheid under which millions live. “It’s so deeply contrary to our values as Jewish people to support this disgusting oppression and denial of freedom,” she says. We are also joined by Erin Axelman, co-director and one of the producers of Israelism, who says Zimmerman’s journey mirrors their own and those of many other young Jews who realize they “must fight for the freedom and equality of Palestinians while also fighting antisemitism.” The film is on a 40-city screening tour in Canada and the United States after previous efforts to ban the screenings on several campuses.

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"𝑰𝒔𝒓𝒂𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒎": 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝑱𝒆𝒘𝒔 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑽𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑶𝒄𝒄𝒖𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏?

I just watched this new film. A MUST WATCH!!!

I'm proud of so many of my friends who appear in this important film and am honored to have had the opportunity to meet one of the executive producers in Ramallah a few years a back, two-time Emmy-winner @Brian A. Kates (Marvelous Ms. Maisel, Succession).

Register now and get a link to watch the film for free at your convenience.

On Sunday October 15, join a panel discussion about the documentary "Israelism" at 3 pm ET.

Register, see the film free: Tinyurl.com/VFHL-October2023.

Then join the Q&A discussion with:

Erin Axelman: filmmaker, co-founder of Tikkun Olam Productions

Simone Zimmerman: co-founder of IfNotNow

Lubna Alzaroo: instructor, University of Washington

Peter Beinart (Moderator): editor-at-large, Jewish Currents

This event is by Voices From the Holy Land Online Film Salon.

See the trailer: https://www.israelismfilm.com/

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Israelism Free Virtual Screening (open to North America viewers)

When two young American Jews raised to unconditionally love Israel witness the brutal way Israel treats Palestinians, their lives take sharp left turns. They join a movement of young American Jews battling the old guard to redefine Judaism’s relationship with Israel, revealing a deepening generational divide over modern Jewish identity.

Israelism explores the quickly changing American Jewish relationship with Israel, and features interviews with Simone Zimmerman, Peter Beinart, Sami Awad, Noura Erakat, Jeremy Ben-Ami, Abe Foxman, Rebecca Pierce, and many others.

(additional info. under cut) from @israelismfilm on Instagram

We are grieving, but we have a responsibility to use our documentary film, Israelism to explore the context behind this awful moment we are witnessing.

We will be holding a Free Virtual Screening of Israelism on Monday October 30th, at 8pm est, followed by a Q&A with directors Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen. This screening is for a North America audience only, we hope to bring the film to a wider international audience soon. Limited space is available. Sign up here, and you’ll receive an email with a link to watch on Sunday.

Israelism premiered at Big Sky Film Festival in Feb 2023, and has won awards at the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, Tallgrass Film Festival, Arizona International Film Festival, and Brooklyn Film Festival. It has been covered in the pages of Jacobin, the Forward, YNet, and the NYT.

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Israelism: The Awakening of Young American Jews

Israelism: The Awakening of Young American Jews Direccted by Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen (2024) Film Review American millennial Jews are becoming increasingly critical of Israel’s violent occupation of Palestine. This film follows two young American Jews, whose views on Israel shifted 180 degrees after they visited Palestine and witnessed the mistreatment of Palestinians by the IDF (Israeli…

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Watermelon Pictures is proud to announce the digital and VOD release of the eye-opening documentary, Israelism, on June 7th. Directed by Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen, this compelling film explores the dramatic shift in Jewish attitudes towards Israel, highlighting a deepening generational divide over modern Jewish identity and Israel’s treatment of Palestinians. https://youtu.be/bondvm3hvGM?feature=shared Story of a Generational Divide The documentary follows two young American Jews, Simone Zimmerman and Eitan, who were raised to staunchly defend Israel. Eitan joins the Israeli military, while Simone advocates for Israel on American college campuses. Their perspectives change dramatically when they witness Israel's mistreatment of Palestinians, leading them to join a movement of young American Jews challenging the traditional narratives about Israel and advocating for Palestinian freedom. Meet the Filmmakers and Cast Directors: Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen Producers: Erin Axelman, Daniel J. Chalfen (Peabody-winner & 6-time Emmy-nominee), Nadia Saah Executive Producer: Brian A. Kates (two-time Emmy-winner) Editor: Tony Hale (Emmy-winner) Voices and Perspectives The film features influential voices such as Jacqui, a Jewish educator; former Anti-Defamation League President Abe Foxman; and thought leaders like Peter Beinart, Jeremy Ben-Ami, Noura Erakat, Cornel West, Sami Awad, and Noam Chomsky. Recently, Ilana Glazer expressed her support, stating, “Israelism validated instincts I had growing up as a caucasian American Jew, deconstructing the mythology around Zionism. The film helped me sort out confusing narratives and strengthened my Jewish instincts for collective liberation.” A Message from the Directors Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen share, “We set out to make this film seven years ago and hope it will continue to help the public understand the fierce and growing divide in the American Jewish community around Israel/Palestine. We are honored that Watermelon Pictures has come on board to bring the film to a wider audience.” Learn more at Watermelon Pictures. Israelism is an urgent and crucial examination of the evolving debate within the Jewish community, offering insights into the current and future landscape of Jewish identity and its relationship with Israel. Release Date: June 7th Run Time: 1 hour 24 minutes Country of Origin: United States Languages: English Get ready to witness a transformative documentary that challenges perceptions and ignites conversations. Don’t miss Israelism on digital and VOD platforms starting June 7th.

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New Film Examines American Jews’ Growing Rejection of Israel’s Occupation

Jan 22, 2024 The new documentary Israelism examines the growing generational divide among Jewish Americans on the question of Palestine, with many younger Jews increasingly critical of Israel and less supportive of Zionism. Simone Zimmerman, one of the protagonists of the film and a co-founder of the group IfNotNow, says she grew up being told that supporting Israel was central to her Jewish identity, but that collapsed once she visited the Occupied Palestinian Territories and saw the system of apartheid under which millions live. “It’s so deeply contrary to our values as Jewish people to support this disgusting oppression and denial of freedom,” she says. We are also joined by Erin Axelman, co-director and one of the producers of Israelism, who says Zimmerman’s journey mirrors their own and those of many other young Jews who realize they “must fight for the freedom and equality of Palestinians while also fighting antisemitism.” The film is on a 40-city screening tour in Canada and the United States after previous efforts to ban the screenings on several campuses.

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I don't have anything to add to this personally but I reccomend everyone who hasn't watch the documentary Israelism for a perspective from antizionist jews (including some living in israel)

I keep getting so many Zionist and transphobic ads on insta and I want to throw up

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The full documentary ISRAELISM is finally available on YouTube. I have shared its trailer months ago here

If you haven't watched it yet please do and spread widely!

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You can rent or buy this film through various methods listed on their website here

Israelism (Erin Axelman & Sam Eilertsen, 2023)