"Prominent Figures Rally in Support of Glazer's Oscar Speech and Condemn Extremist Views"
Over 150 Jewish industry professionals, including Joaquin Phoenix, Joel Coen, and Todd Haynes, have signed an open letter in support of Jonathan Glazer's politically-oriented Oscars speech, expressing alarm at the mischaracterization and denouncement of his remarks. The letter condemns the attacks on Glazer as a dangerous distraction from Israel's escalating military campaign and calls for a permanent ceasefire, safe return of hostages, and immediate aid delivery into Gaza. The signatories denounce the weaponization of Jewish identity and memory of the Holocaust and stand with those calling for Palestinian freedom while honoring the memory of the Holocaust with a "Never again for anyone" stance.