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On the Objection Front is a documentary about the Israeli refusnik movement, focusing on six soldiers who refuse to serve in the occupied territories of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. These soldiers, after years of active duty, confront their moral beliefs and the consequences of their decision to become refusniks. The film features interviews with these individuals, revealing their combat experiences and the public backlash they faced after signing the 'Combatants’ Letter'.
The documentary illustrates the personal toll of their refusal, including isolation from society, family ostracism, and imprisonment. It provides a critical look at the intersection of national values and individual conscience, set against the backdrop of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Directed by Shiri Tsur, the film runs for 63 minutes and won the Ecumenical Jury Prize at the Berlin Film Festival.
Why Watch
- •Meet six soldiers challenging military service in Israel.
- •Find out about the 'Combatants’ Letter' and its impact.
- •See the personal costs of refusing to serve in combat.
Did You Know
•Six soldiers became refusniks after years of active combat.
•The film features interviews with signers of the 'Combatants’ Letter'.
•Refusniks faced consequences like imprisonment and family ostracism.
•The documentary won the Ecumenical Jury Prize at the Berlin Film Festival.
Perfect For
Israeli military historyPalestinian-Israeli conflictDocumentary film enthusiasts