West of the Jordan River

Overview

Amos Gitai revisits the occupied territories, marking a poignant return since his 1982 documentary, FIELD DIARY. WEST OF THE JORDAN RIVER captures the efforts of Israelis and Palestinians striving to transcend the harsh realities of occupation. Through the lens of military personnel, human rights advocates, journalists, grieving mothers, and Jewish settlers, Gitai highlights the human connections that emerge amidst conflict. As political solutions falter, these individuals take action driven by civic responsibility, embodying a collective hope for transformative change in a deeply divided region.