How We Can Solve The Palestinian Israeli Problem

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Product Description In his illuminating documentary How We Can Solve the Palestinian Israeli Problem, first-time filmmaker Sami Moukaddem presents a collection of informative and thought-provoking interviews with over thirty academics and journalists that demystify the history of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The film covers a wide range of topics, with brief summaries on Gaza, the West Bank, and on Palestinians living both inside Israel and as refugees throughout the Arab world. The film goes on to explore what forces have maintained the current conflict - from international involvement by the USA, the EU, and the United Nations to failing international laws, the robust military industry in Israel, and the influence of Christian Zionism. The film also examines why the 20-year-old "Peace Process" has achieved the exact opposite from what so many had hoped for between Israel and Palestine. Director Moukaddem ultimately summarizes the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli conflict in a single word: Inequality. Thus, when viewed through a humanistic lens, the solution becomes simple: Equality. The film argues that the conflict between Palestine and Israel should be approached in the same manner as other conflicts where human rights have been compromised - such as in South Africa during Apartheid or during the Civil Rights Movement in the USA. We must break down the current system and we must insist on equality. Moukaddem strikes a hopeful chord as he explores actions currently being taken to achieve equality in Palestine, such as the Israeli Boycott movement, political information campaigns, and the ongoing debate over the creation of a One State Solution. Interviewees include: Abdel Bari Atwan, Frank Barat, Omar Barghouti, Kevin Barrett, Soha Bechara, Caoimhe Butterley, Noam Chomsky, Rabbi Ahron Cohen, Jonathan Cooke, David Cronin, Raymond Deane, Denis Halliday, Jeff Halper, Alan Hart, Abir Hashem, Shir Hever, Michael D. Higgins, Ghada Karmi, Brian Keenan, Sara Kershnar, Gideon Levy, Ken Loach, Mairead Maguire, Hajo Meyer, Amal Nazzal, Ilan Pappe, Ziad Rahbani, Gil Scott-Heron, Rev. Stephen Sizer, Ben White, Patrick Wolfe Extras: Access to website of the film which includes more extensive interviews and updates. Free web download of the film soundtrack. Review With its ultimate emphasis on action, including BDS, this documentary is a good tool for campaigning groups to use to educate introductory audiences. --Electronic Intifada