Synopsis of 'NO OTHER LAND', Oscar Winning Documentary 2025 Premiering in Indonesia on March 7

Kapanlagi.com - The documentary film NO OTHER LAND has gained attention after winning the Oscar 2025 in the Best Documentary Feature Film category. The film portrays the true story of the destruction of Palestinian settlements in the West Bank carried out by the Israeli military.

The victory of NO OTHER LAND at the Academy Awards has had a significant impact, including in Indonesia. The film is scheduled to be screened in local cinemas starting March 7, 2025, allowing the Indonesian public to witness the documentation of the Palestinian people's struggle firsthand.

Before its screening in Indonesia, the film had already received various prestigious awards at international film festivals. In addition to the Oscar, NO OTHER LAND also won the Panorama Audience Award and the Berlinale Documentary Film Award at the 2024 Berlin International Film Festival.

1. The Journey of NO OTHER LAND Towards the 2025 Oscars

The documentary No Other Land exposes the reality of Palestine. (credit:instagram.com/nootherland.film)

NO OTHER LAND is a collaborative project between four Palestinian and Israeli activists and journalists: Basel Adra, Hamdan Ballal, Yuval Abraham, and Rachel Szor. They work together to document the reality in Palestine that rarely receives global attention.

The film captures the story of Basel Adra, a Palestinian journalist who has witnessed since childhood how the homes of the Palestinian people are destroyed by the Israeli military. With his camera, he documents evictions, arrests, and the resistance of the community in Masafer Yatta, West Bank.

2. Synopsis of NO OTHER LAND, A Story of Struggle in Palestine

The documentary No Other Land uncovers the reality of Palestine. (credit:instagram.com/nootherland.film)

This film highlights how Basel Adra and his community continue to fight against forced displacement by Israel. He captures every moment as homes are destroyed by bulldozers and residents are forced to leave without legal protection.

In the process, Basel meets Yuval Abraham, an Israeli journalist who opposes his government's policies towards Palestine. Their friendship faces significant challenges due to their vastly different backgrounds—Basel lives under military pressure, while Yuval enjoys broad freedoms.

3. Screening in Indonesia and Streaming Platforms

The documentary No Other Land uncovers the reality of Palestine. (credit:instagram.com/nootherland.film)

After success at various festivals, NO OTHER LAND is finally confirmed to be screened in Indonesia starting March 7, 2025. The film will be released alongside several other Oscar-winning films, such as I'm Still Here, Flow, and The Substance.

In addition to being shown in theaters, KlikFilm has also announced that NO OTHER LAND will be available on their streaming service. However, the exact schedule for its digital release has yet to be confirmed.

4. Basel Adra's Victory Speech and Global Call

Documentary No Other Land uncovers the realities of Palestine. (credit:instagram.com/nootherland.film)

Upon receiving the Oscar, Basel Adra used the stage to voice the condition of Palestine. He emphasized that the Palestinian people have faced violence and displacement for decades without justice.

Yuval Abraham, who is also the director, added that the world must act to stop the suffering in Palestine. He openly criticized the foreign policy of the United States, which is seen as exacerbating the situation in Gaza.

5. International Awards and Recognition for NO OTHER LAND

In addition to winning an Oscar, NO OTHER LAND has received various other international awards. The film won the Busan Cinephile Award at the Busan International Film Festival 2024 and the European Documentary Award at the European Film Awards 2024.

The film has also attracted attention at various film festivals around the world, including the Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival and the Vancouver International Film Festival. With an outstanding track record, NO OTHER LAND has become one of the most influential documentaries of the year.

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