CinemaOSMovie · 2005 · 1h 3m

On the Objection Front

When does an individual’s conscience require disobedience? At what price, to oneself and one’s country?

Documentary

A film documenting the story of the Israeli refusnik-movement and interviews some of its protagonists. This timely documentary interweaves the stories of six soldiers who, after years of loyal reserve duty and annual active combat, find they can no longer countenance serving in the occupied territories of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. They become "refusniks" - an action that puts them at odds with deeply held national values and has devastating consequences in their own lives. In the film, six of the signers of the original "Combatants’ Letter" reveal the untenable combat experiences that led to their decision, the public outcry it provoked and the price they continue to pay for refusing to serve - including isolation, family ostracism and imprisonment. Winner, Ecumenical Jury Prize, Berlin Film Festival

Directed byShiri Tsur

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 3m
Language
HE
Released
March 10, 2005
Studios
Velvet Production

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Directed by
Shiri Tsur
Produced by
Avi (Albert) Banon

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