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201979 minGdocumentary

Imagine Peace

201979 minGdocumentary

Almost 50 years after a landmark discussion in New York, a filmmaker retraces his father's steps to examine the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict.

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Michael Rogosin

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Almost 50 years after a landmark discussion in New York, a filmmaker retraces his father's steps to examine the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict.

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Amos Kenan and Rashed Hussein discussed peace in New York nearly 50 years ago. Their words inspired Lionel Rogosin's son to revisit the topic in 2019. He meets friends and colleagues of the original participants, seeking insight into their discussions. The director travels to significant locations tied to the Arab-Israeli conflict, aiming to understand how the situation has changed since that historic dialogue.

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