South Africa film festival boycotts Israel productions in solidarity with Gaza
Durban International Film Festival poster [Twitter]
May 24, 2021 at 3:53 pm
The Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) decided to boycott Israeli cinematic productions, in protest against the recent aggression on the Gaza Strip and the continuing violation of Palestinian rights.
DIFF declined the participation of Director Yakie Ayalon with his documentary "
Eretz
Go", which recounts the journey of an immigrant family from Nigeria to Israel.
Ayalon received an email from the organising committee stating that the festival is committed to boycotting Israel, based on its belief in social justice and the value of human rights and dignity.