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Upheaval: The Journey of Menachem Begin is a documentary that chronicles the life and achievements of Menachem Begin, a former Prime Minister of Israel. The film presents a mix of archival footage and interviews with individuals who had personal connections to Begin or have studied his influence on Israeli society and the broader Middle East.
The film was first released at the Heartland Film Festival on October 8, 2020, and later had a live worldwide premiere on Facebook Live on June 7, 2021. By January 9, 2023, it had been shown on 550 screens across 48 states, 8 countries, and 20 film festivals.
Why Watch
- •See archival footage of Menachem Begin's life.
- •Meet people who knew Begin personally.
- •Find out about Begin's impact on Israeli society.
Did You Know
•The film was first released on October 8, 2020, at the Heartland Film Festival.
•It premiered live on Facebook Live on June 7, 2021.
•As of January 9, 2023, the film was shown on 550 screens in 48 states.
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Israeli historyMenachem BeginMiddle East politics