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Gaza documentary NAZA announces global theatrical release starting September 28

The Gaza war documentary NAZA by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor has confirmed plans for a worldwide cinema release beginning on September 28.

Global release announced for acclaimed Gaza documentary NAZA
File photo Global release announced for acclaimed Gaza documentary NAZA Photo: The Guardian

Festival awards and premiere dates

The film won the special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival earlier this month. It received a standing ovation that lasted 25 minutes during its screening there. A North American premiere is scheduled for the New York Film Festival on Saturday before expanding to Los Angeles on October 9.

International distribution territories

Partners MK2 Films and The Guardian have secured deals with distributors in 56 territories. These markets include the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, Brazil, Australia, and nations in Central America. The rollout will cover more than 50 countries before the film moves to a digital global release.

Post-theatrical streaming plans

After its cinema run, the documentary will stream for free on The Guardian website. This distribution model supports the news organisation commitment to independent journalism. Harry Davies, an investigations correspondent and producer, stated the film is grounded in rigorous journalism.

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