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TORN: Emotional Documentary Explores Hostage Crisis After Hamas Attack

9/7/2025

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Nim Shapira's documentary "TORN" examines the impact of hostage posters in New York post-October 7 Hamas attack.
It highlights the "KIDNAPPED FROM ISRAEL" campaign and clashes between pro-Israel and pro-Hamas activists.
Critics commend "TORN" for its emotional depth, focusing on personal stories over war footage.
The film premiered in New York on September 5 and screens in Los Angeles on September 12.
"TORN" marks Shapira's first feature-length documentary, showcased at major festivals.

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Nim Shapira's documentary "TORN" examines the impact of hostage posters in New York post-October 7 Hamas attack.
It highlights the "KIDNAPPED FROM ISRAEL" campaign and clashes between pro-Israel and pro-Hamas activists.
Critics commend "TORN" for its emotional depth, focusing on personal stories over war footage.
The film premiered in New York on September 5 and screens in Los Angeles on September 12.
"TORN" marks Shapira's first feature-length documentary, showcased at major festivals.