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Sunday, March 22: “The Other” – A Film About Palestinians and Israelis Coming Together

In foreign policy history, we have seen how the people of countries in opposition to each other are capable of approaching their relationships quite differently from their governments. During the Cold War, the U.S. and the then-USSR were an example of how citizens can transcend hostile feelings between countries. Such a condition will never be unanimous, but anyone able to resolve to get along with folks from an “enemy state” can set a peaceful example during a time of conflict.

It may surprise some to know that this has also been the case with everyday Israelis and Palestinians, despite the human toll on both sides. But the award-winning 2024 documentary film “The Other” shows it is possible. A variety of sentiments and feelings are on display, including the elements of change and new understanding.

On Sunday, March 22 at 7 PM, PASMC will host a virtual screening of “The Other”. Watch this space for the Zoom link.

From the film’s web site:

Filmed pre and post October 7th from 2017-2024, The Other focuses on Israeli & Palestinian peace-builders, anti-occupation activists, artists, academics, ex-fighters, bereaved parents and many more living the reality on the ground. Whether in non-violent co-resistance, peace-building, or shared community, we witness those who have only known each other through hate, bloodshed, inequality, and war, transcend beyond narratives & belief systems. They teach us that unlearning deep-seated conditioning is possible and that we can liberate ourselves from generational trauma, hatred and fear—no matter how ingrained and legitimate those fears are.

The film runs about an hour and 40 minutes. We look forward to seeing you for a different look at relationships among people of Israel and Palestine.