Sponsored Project
Battle For Jerusalem
Filmmaker: Director: Liz Nord
Fiscal Sponsorship Year: Unlisted
Film Type: Documentary
Battle For Jerusalem highlights the attempts to revitalize Israel’s capital by a new wave of young artists and activists, whose efforts have already initiated a burgeoning cultural renaissance within the city. This group of citizens is taking a stand to stay and improve conditions, making sure that Jerusalem remains an open and pluralistic capital for all Israelis, in the face of the growing number and influence of the city’s ultra-orthodox (Haredi) population. Despite sometimes violent protests and attacks by Haredi groups, these young activists and Jerusalem’s dynamic, secular Mayor, Nir Barkat remain committed to curbing economic, cultural, and brain drain from the area. Battle For Jerusalem follows four Jerusalemites as they navigate the complexities of creating change in one of the world’s most beloved, misunderstood, and fascinating cities. For more details, please go to: http://www.battleforjerusalem.com.