Movies About Palestine And Israel

Updated May 1, 2024

Ever seen these Movies About Palestine And Israel? We guarantee you'll find some new movies. We listed 15 of our favorites.

Waltz with Bashir (2008)

★★★★

3.2 out of 4 stars

From Ari Folman, starring Ari Folman, Ron Ben-Yishai, Ronny Dayag, Ori Sivan
Rated R

Waltz with Bashir is an animated documentary film directed by Ari Folman that follows Folman as he attempts to reconstruct his memories of his time as a soldier during the 1982 Lebanon War. After being plagued by nightmares, Folman sets out on a journey to confront his past and discover the truth about his involvement in the massacre of Palestinian refugees at Sabra and Shatila. Along the way, he meets up with his old friends and comrades to try and uncover what really happened that fateful night. The film is a powerful exploration of the trauma of war, and the difficulty of coming to terms with the horrors of the past. It also serves as an important reminder of the consequences of conflict, and the impact it has on the people involved.

Carlos (2010)

★★★★

3 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Edgar Ramírez, Alexander Scheer, Fadi Abi Samra, Karam Ghossein, starring
Rated Not Rated

Carlos is a 2010 French-German biographical drama film directed by Olivier Assayas. It tells the story of the life of Carlos the Jackal, a Venezuelan revolutionary and one of the world's most wanted criminals. The film follows Carlos from his early days as a revolutionary student in Paris in the 1970s to his capture in the 1990s. During this time, Carlos goes from being an unknown revolutionary to an international terrorist and assassin, leading operations for a variety of revolutionary groups and ultimately becoming the world’s most wanted man. The film stars Edgar Ramírez as Carlos, Alexander Scheer as his friend and mentor, and Fadi Abi Samra and Karam Ghossein as his accomplices. It follows Carlos over a span of 25 years and shows his transformation from idealistic revolutionary to a hardened criminal. It also explores the various political and ideological motivations that drove Carlos’s actions.

The Gatekeepers (2012)

★★★★

3 out of 4 stars

From Dror Moreh, starring Ami Ayalon, Avraham Shalom, Avi Dichter, Yaakov Peri
Rated PG-13

The Gatekeepers is a documentary film that explores the perspectives of six former heads of the Shin Bet (Israel's secret security agency). Through interviews conducted by director Dror Moreh, the film delves into the decisions and experiences of these gatekeepers as they reflect on their time in power and consider the consequences of their actions. The film provides an intimate look into the inner workings of the Shin Bet and offers a unique perspective on the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The film also explores the psychological and moral toll of their work and the ethical dilemmas of taking responsibility for the security of a nation. The Gatekeepers is an eye-opening and thought-provoking piece of documentary filmmaking that offers a unique perspective on the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Munich (2005)

★★★★

3 out of 4 stars

From Steven Spielberg, starring Eric Bana, Daniel Craig, Marie-Josée Croze, Ciarán Hinds
Rated R

Munich is a 2005 historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg. It follows the story of a team of secret agents tasked with assassinating those responsible for the 1972 Munich massacre, in which 11 Israeli athletes were killed by the Palestinian organization Black September. The story follows the agents as they grapple with the personal and moral repercussions of their mission, as well as their doubts about the morality of their actions. The film also serves as a broader commentary on the futility of violence and the impossibility of achieving a lasting peace without understanding and dialogue. The film is based on the true story of the Israeli government's response to the massacre.