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entertainment1 year ago

"Jewish Creatives Rally Behind Jonathan Glazer's Oscars Speech on Gaza and Combatting Extremism"

Over 150 Jewish creatives, including Joaquin Phoenix, Elliott Gould, and Chloe Fineman, have signed an open letter supporting Jonathan Glazer's Oscars speech on Gaza, condemning military action against Palestinians. The speech has sparked both support and criticism, with some industry figures denouncing it while others defend it. The signees argue that attacks on Glazer distract from Israel's military campaign and contribute to a broader climate of suppression of free speech and dissent. Glazer's film "The Zone of Interest" follows an Auschwitz officer and his wife living near the concentration camp, and he has joined other celebrities in donating items to Cinema for Gaza to raise funds for Medical Aid for Palestinians.

via The Independent|
#entertainment#gaza#jewish-creatives
entertainment1 year ago

"Jewish Hollywood Creatives Unite: Defending Speeches and Denouncing Hate"

Joaquin Phoenix and nearly 150 other Jewish Hollywood creatives signed a letter defending filmmaker Jonathan Glazer’s controversial Oscars speech that critics saw as equating Israel with the Nazis and Hamas. This comes as a response to an opposing letter signed by more than 1,000 Jewish Hollywood creatives slamming Glazer’s speech. The dueling letters reflect the ongoing debate within Hollywood over Israel's military actions against Hamas, with various actors and industry figures expressing differing viewpoints.

via Fox News|
#entertainment#hollywood#israel
arts1 year ago

"Jewish Film Artists Defend Jonathan Glazer's Oscars Speech Against Extremist Views"

More than 150 Jewish actors, filmmakers, and artists have signed an open letter in support of director Jonathan Glazer's controversial remarks about Jewishness and the war in Gaza during his Oscars acceptance speech for "The Zone of Interest." Glazer's speech, which has sparked intense debate, was criticized by some Jewish film professionals last month but has now garnered support from others in the industry, including Joaquin Phoenix, Hari Nef, and Debra Winger. The letter expresses solidarity with those calling for a permanent cease-fire and aid delivery in Gaza, emphasizing the urgency of resisting dehumanization that leads to mass atrocities throughout history.

via The New York Times|
#arts#gaza-conflict#jewish-film-artists
entertainment1 year ago

"Jewish Creatives Unite: Glazer's Oscars Speech, Spielberg's Warning, and Phoenix's Support"

151 Jewish creatives have signed a letter in support of Jonathan Glazer's controversial Oscars speech, which sparked a wave of backlash. The letter denounces attacks on Glazer and highlights the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, expressing grief for the lives lost in Palestine and Israel. The signatories include prominent actors, writers, producers, and filmmakers, and the letter emphasizes the importance of free speech and dissent in the industry. Glazer's speech, which addressed the dehumanization in the context of the Holocaust and the current situation in Israel, has divided opinions within the Jewish creative community.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#controversy#entertainment#jewish-creatives
entertainment1 year ago

"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.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#gaza#jewish-industry-professionals
entertainment1 year ago

"Prominent Hollywood Figures Unite in Support of Jonathan Glazer's Oscar Speech"

Over 150 Jewish Hollywood professionals, including Joaquin Phoenix and Joel Coen, have expressed support for director Jonathan Glazer after his controversial Oscar acceptance speech, which sparked backlash and accusations of drawing a moral equivalence between the Holocaust and the Israel-Gaza conflict. The signatories defended Glazer, highlighting the complexity of views within the Jewish community on the conflict and calling for a permanent ceasefire, safe return of hostages, and immediate aid delivery to Gaza. They denounced the weaponization of Jewish identity and memory of the Holocaust to justify what they termed as a "genocide in the making".

via The Guardian|
#entertainment#hollywood#israel-gaza-conflict
entertainment1 year ago

"Prominent Jewish and Hollywood Figures Rally Behind Jonathan Glazer's Controversial Oscars Speech"

Joaquin Phoenix, Chloe Fineman, and over 150 other Jewish creatives have signed an open letter in support of Jonathan Glazer's Oscars speech addressing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The signees include prominent figures such as Debra Winger, Todd Haynes, Boots Riley, and more. Glazer's speech has sparked both backlash and praise, with some denouncing it for fueling anti-Jewish hatred and others defending it as a brave and urgent plea for humanity. The open letter supports Glazer's statement and denounces the attacks on him, emphasizing the need to speak out against dehumanization and violence without being wrongly accused of fueling antisemitism.

via Variety|
#chloe-fineman#entertainment#joaquin-phoenix
entertainment1 year ago

"Celebrity Donations and Fundraising Efforts Raise Over $50,000 for Gaza Humanitarian Relief"

Director Jonathan Glazer donates signed posters from his films to the Cinema for Gaza auction, which aims to raise funds for Medical Aid for Palestinians. The auction has garnered support from various U.K. entertainment figures, including Tilda Swinton and Maisie Williams. Glazer's donation follows the mixed reactions to his speech at the Oscars, where he addressed the conflict in the Middle East. The auction, featuring a variety of unique items and experiences, closes on April 12.

via Variety|
#cinema-for-gaza#controversy#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

"Tony Kushner Stands by Jonathan Glazer's Controversial Oscars Speech"

Playwright Tony Kushner defends director Jonathan Glazer's controversial Oscars speech, in which Glazer related his film to current events in the Middle East and criticized the use of Jewish suffering to justify dehumanizing or slaughtering other people. Kushner supports Glazer's rejection of using Jewish history and the Holocaust as an excuse for such actions and emphasizes the importance of calling out antisemitism. Glazer's speech has sparked polarized reactions, with some condemning and others defending his remarks, leading to a public debate involving prominent figures in the film industry and the Jewish community.

via The Guardian|
#controversy#entertainment#jonathan-glazer
entertainmentcelebrity-news1 year ago

"Tony Kushner Stands Firm on Jonathan Glazer's Controversial Oscar Speech"

Playwright Tony Kushner defends Jonathan Glazer's Oscar speech addressing the Israel-Hamas conflict, stating that Glazer's words are an "unimpeachable, irrefutable statement" and that they reject the misappropriation of Jewish suffering to justify dehumanizing or slaughtering others. Kushner, who has received four Academy Award nominations, identifies with the speech and emphasizes the importance of not using Jewish history and suffering as an excuse for violence.

via Variety|
#entertainmentcelebrity-news#holocaust#israel-hamas-war
entertainmentpolitics1 year ago

"Controversy Surrounding Jonathan Glazer's Oscars Speech Sparks Debate and Criticism"

Playwright Tony Kushner defends Jonathan Glazer's controversial Oscars speech about Israel's war in Gaza, stating that Glazer's remarks are an "unimpeachable, irrefutable statement" and rejecting the misappropriation of Jewish suffering to justify the conflict. More than 1,000 Jewish professionals in Hollywood have criticized Glazer's words, while Kushner emphasizes that those calling for a ceasefire are focused on saving lives and not promoting antisemitism.

via The Daily Beast|
#entertainmentpolitics#gaza#israel
entertainmentpolitics1 year ago

"Tony Kushner Stands Firm in Support of Jonathan Glazer's Controversial Oscar Speech"

Tony Kushner voiced support for Jonathan Glazer's Oscar speech, condemning the use of Jewish suffering to justify dehumanizing or slaughtering others, and criticized those who defend everything Israel does. While some in the entertainment industry denounced Glazer's speech, others, like Zoe Kazan, have expressed support, and a petition in his favor has gained traction. Kushner also hinted at evolving views on the Israel-Palestine conflict, leaning towards the idea of a boycott while emphasizing the goal of peace for everyone, including Israelis.

via Deadline|
#controversy#entertainmentpolitics#israel-palestine-conflict
entertainmentpolitics1 year ago

"Tony Kushner Stands Firm on Jonathan Glazer's Controversial Oscars Speech Amid Growing Backlash"

Tony Kushner, a four-time Academy Award nominated screenwriter, supports Jonathan Glazer's Oscars speech, describing it as an "unimpeachable, irrefutable statement" and expressing agreement with Glazer's comments on the Israel-Gaza conflict. Kushner criticizes the use of Jewish suffering as an excuse for dehumanizing or slaughtering others and addresses accusations of calling for a ceasefire being antisemitic. He also voices concerns about the treatment of Palestinians and the impact on Israel's security.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#antisemitism#entertainmentpolitics#israel-gaza-conflict
entertainment1 year ago

"Controversy Continues: Jonathan Glazer's Oscars Speech and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict"

Director Jonathan Glazer's Oscars acceptance speech for "The Zone of Interest," in which he expressed solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, has sparked controversy and drawn both criticism and support. The speech has led to a sharp rebuke from the Anti-Defamation League and an open letter condemning it from 1,000 Jewish Hollywood professionals, while also receiving support from actors and filmmakers, as well as the head of the Auschwitz Memorial. The film, loosely adapted from Martin Amis' novel, depicts the day-to-day lives of a Nazi officer and his family near the Auschwitz concentration camp without showing violence or suffering, aiming to convey a profound warning about humanity and its nature.

via USA TODAY|
#controversy#entertainment#jonathan-glazer