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On The Objection Front (Ratsiti Lihiyot Gibor) (tbc)
- Run time: 1 hour 3 mins
- Language: Hebrew
- Genre: Documentary
- Release date: 1st January 2004
- Starring: Not Known
- Directed by: Shiri Tsur
Plot Synopsis
In 2002, at the height of the Palestinian uprising, 614 Israeli combat soldiers signed a petition in which they declared their refusal to serve in the occupied territories. The letter opened up a public controversy and a private battle for each of these men. The community they served with pride for many years became a source of harsh criticism and condemnation of their act. In a country where military service is both obligatory and a focus of national pride, these men were no longer the heroes they used to be.
In this powerful documentary, we accompany director Shiri Tsur, as she follows the path that led these men to conscientious disobedience. Through eloquent interviews, a tapestry of world views is crafted together, making this documentary both an up-to-date account of Israeli society and an invitation to engage with wider issues about an individual’s choice and relationship with society.