Film Lens
Our Beds Are Burning presents a historical examination of fascist ideologies from the early 20th Century. The film features various figures, including Maurice Barrés, who expresses opposition to foreign labor on the Tel Aviv beach. It includes scenes of Mussolini in a gym and Jose Antonio Primo de Rivera in a bookshop, providing a visual context for the rise of fascism in Europe.
The film also includes contemporary discussions, such as three Rabbis from the Yitzhar Settlement on the West Bank who interpret Divine commands regarding violence against children. Their ruling, stated in Torat Hamelekh, raises ethical questions about morality and religion. The film juxtaposes historical and modern perspectives, creating a dialogue on the persistence of fascist thought and its implications today.
Why Watch
- •See Maurice Barrés oppose foreign labor in Tel Aviv.
- •Find out about the 2009 ruling by Yitzhar Rabbis.
- •Meet Gudrun Streiter and her connection to the SA.
- •Follow Mussolini's portrayal in a gym setting.
Did You Know
•Maurice Barrés argues against foreign labor on the Tel Aviv beach.
•Three Rabbis from Yitzhar Settlement ruled on violence against children in 2009.
•Gudrun Streiter recalls her affair with an SA Stormtrooper.
•Carl Schmitt is depicted at court, highlighting his legal influence.
Perfect For
Fascist ideologiesHistorical documentariesReligious ethics20th Century history