No Other Land to be self-released on US platforms after 'unethical' Mubi deal rejected

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US Streaming Services Block Palestinian Film Over Israeli Ties

In a shocking move, a US streaming service has rejected an Oscar-winning documentary's offer to be distributed on its platform due to controversy surrounding ties to Israel. The film "No Other Land," which explores the forced displacement of Palestinians from their homes in Masafer Yatta by Israeli forces, is now set to be self-released on US platforms next week.

The Palestinian-Israeli collective behind the film had initially turned down a deal with Mubi, citing concerns over its ties to an investment firm linked to the Israeli military. The co-directors of the film, Basel Adra and Yuval Abraham, expressed their disappointment at Mubi's decision, stating that it was "unethical" for the company to partner with a firm contributing to oppression.

The controversy surrounding Mubi's deal highlights growing tensions between US streaming services and Palestinian content creators. Several high-profile filmmakers have called on Mubi to cut ties with companies linked to Israel, citing concerns over complicity in human rights abuses.

"No Other Land" has already seen significant success at the box office, earning $2.5 million in US ticket sales since its release. The film's producers have announced that 100% of the proceeds will go directly to Palestinian communities in Masafer Yatta, providing vital support during a tumultuous period in Israeli-Palestinian relations.

The recent Gaza ceasefire agreement comes after nearly 66,000 Palestinians were killed, sparking widespread outrage and calls for greater accountability. As the film industry continues to grapple with its role in promoting human rights, it is clear that the lines between entertainment and activism are becoming increasingly blurred.

With "No Other Land" set to hit US streaming platforms next week, audiences will finally have access to this powerful and timely documentary. But as the debate over content distribution rages on, one thing is certain: Palestinian voices must be heard, and their stories told with integrity and sensitivity.
 
omg i'm so done with this 🀯 it's not okay for a streaming service to block a film because of its ties to Israel πŸ˜” we need more platforms that support creators and amplify diverse voices, not ones that prioritize profits over people πŸ’Έ especially when it comes to Palestinian stories and the struggles they face in Masafer Yatta 🌎 100% of the proceeds from this documentary will go to Palestinian communities - let's celebrate that! πŸ™Œ we need more of these powerful stories getting out there and sparking conversations that matter πŸ’¬
 
Ugh I am literally shaking right now thinking about what's been going on in that world 🀯 I mean can you even believe they blocked a film from being shown because of its ties to Israel?! It's like they're trying to control the narrative or something πŸ™„ And it's not just that, it's the fact that there are people out there making money off of Israeli propaganda without even batting an eye πŸ’Έ

And what really gets me is when people say "both sides have problems" or "we need to take a step back"... NO ONE IS TAKING A STEP BACK πŸ™„ The Palestinians are being displaced, killed, and oppressed on a daily basis while the Israelis get to enjoy all the perks of being in power πŸ’ͺ And meanwhile we're supposed to just sit back and watch it all go down without doing anything about it πŸ˜’

I mean I know some people might say "but what about free speech?" πŸ€” Well let me tell you, there's a difference between free speech and using your platform to perpetuate hate or misinformation πŸ’” And that's exactly what's happening here... someone is trying to silence the Palestinian narrative and it's not okay 😑
 
πŸ€” I'm kinda surprised Mubi didn't think twice about partnering with an investment firm linked to Israel πŸ€‘. I mean, who doesn't wanna support human rights anymore? The fact that they're self-releasing the film next week is actually a good thing for Palestinian creators πŸŽ‰. At least now more people can see this powerful documentary and be informed about what's happening in Masafer Yatta 🌍️. Can we talk about how much content is being censored due to politics? It's getting ridiculous! πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ
 
I'm kinda confused about this whole situation πŸ€”... I mean, it's totally right that a US streaming service shouldn't partner with an investment firm linked to the Israeli military, but at the same time, maybe Mubi was just being cautious? πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ Like, what if they didn't do due diligence on their investors properly? Shouldn't we be questioning the whole system instead of just picking on one company? πŸ’Έ Anyway, I'm all for Palestinian voices to be heard and self-releasing "No Other Land" is probably a good thing... but isn't it also a bit weird that the filmmakers are basically doing all the work themselves? πŸŽ₯ Can we not just let the streaming service do their job? 😐
 
Ugh, can't believe what's going on with Mubi πŸ€―πŸ‘Ž. I mean, I get why they were worried about the investment firm being linked to Israel, but it's like they're choosing profit over people πŸ€‘πŸ˜”. And now "No Other Land" is gonna be self-released? That's so not fair to all the creators who poured their hearts into this film πŸ’”. It's a huge loss for anyone looking for thought-provoking content that actually challenges us πŸ€”. I'm definitely checking out "No Other Land" on its release, and I'll probably end up supporting it with my streaming dollars too πŸ’ΈπŸ‘. Can't we just have some nuance in our media consumption? πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ It's not always black & white... πŸŽ₯πŸ’–
 
πŸ€” I'm so down for a platform like Mubi to stand by its values and not profit off Israel's dirty moves πŸš«πŸ’Έ. But what's crazy is that other US streaming services are basically saying "no thanks" to Palestinian content creators who are just trying to share their stories with the world πŸŒŽπŸ“Ί. Like, can't we just support art without taking sides? πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ And how about all those millions of bucks made from box office sales go directly to helping those communities affected by Israel's actions? πŸ’Έ 100% of proceeds should be the norm for any film that tackles sensitive topics like this! πŸŽ₯
 
πŸ€” This whole situation is so messed up πŸ™„. I mean, what's next? Is every single platform going to start blocking content just because it touches on a sensitive topic? It's like, if we can't even discuss or acknowledge the struggles of Palestinians, how are we supposed to address them?

I'm all for being mindful of our actions and their consequences, but coming down hard on Mubi just seems like a cop-out πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ. And what about the film itself? It's an Oscar-winning documentary that tells a crucial story that needs to be told πŸ“Ί. If we're going to cut off platforms from showing it, are we also going to stop showing other important documentaries or films that tackle tough subjects?

It's time for us as consumers and as a society to take responsibility for what we watch and consume πŸ“Š. We need to be willing to engage with content that challenges our perspectives and makes us uncomfortable. If we're not willing to do that, then maybe we shouldn't be watching it in the first place 😐.
 
man, it's so messed up that they're blocking a doc about what's really going down in Israel 🀯 like we need more propaganda around here? can't we just let the truth speak for itself and support ppl who are actually telling their stories without fear of retribution? also, why is this even a thing? shouldn't US streaming services be promoting diversity and inclusivity rather than letting their algorithms dictate what content gets pushed to the front πŸ€”
 
This Mubi thing is getting out of hand 🀯. I mean, what's next? Are we gonna block entire movies because of some dodgy investment firm? It's all about keeping it real folks πŸ’―. The fact that "No Other Land" has already done so well at the box office is a testament to its power and importance. We need more films like this, not less πŸŽ₯. Can't we just let the creators do their thing without all the drama? It's time for some transparency and accountability in the film industry, but also let's not forget that Palestinian voices are worth hearing 😊.
 
Ugh, great, another platform that thinks they're above the game by blocking a film πŸ™„. Like, hello, don't you know that boycotting an investment firm is like trying to hold back a tide? 🌊 It's just gonna make things worse. And now the film has to go self-released... because, of course it does πŸ˜’. The real question is, who's really losing out here? πŸ€” The Palestinian filmmakers who have to find another way to get their message out, or the US streaming services that are suddenly experts on human rights? πŸ™„
 
man I'm so frustrated about this 🀯 Mubi's decision to block that film was a total bummer for me too, i mean who gets to decide what's "unethical" anyway? it's just another example of how hard it is for Palestinians to have their voices heard in the US. 2.5 million at the box office is still nothing compared to the millions they've been displaced or killed πŸ€• we need more films like this that shed light on the truth, not some watered down version of history. and yeah, it's getting harder for the film industry to distinguish between entertainment and activism - sometimes i feel like they're just enabling the status quo.
 
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