Oscar-Nominated Documentary 'No Other Land' Chronicles West Bank Displacement

The film, created by a Palestinian-Israeli collective, documents the destruction of Masafer Yatta and faces challenges in U.S. distribution despite critical acclaim.

Directed by a team of Palestinian and Israeli activists, 'No Other Land' captures three years of the Israeli military's displacement of nearly 1,800 Palestinians in Masafer Yatta, a West Bank community designated as a military training zone.
The documentary has received widespread critical acclaim, winning numerous awards and earning an Oscar nomination for Best Documentary Feature, but it remains without major U.S. distribution.
The film highlights the human toll of the occupation, including the destruction of homes, schools, and infrastructure, and the ongoing violence faced by residents of Masafer Yatta.
The filmmakers, including Basel Adra and Yuval Abraham, emphasize the importance of documenting these events to raise global awareness, though they note that the situation on the ground continues to worsen.
Despite its recognition, the directors face logistical and political challenges, including travel restrictions and limited access to U.S. audiences, as they advocate for change and visibility for the affected communities.