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"Is Jerusalem Burning?" is a
provocative documentary film that examines the fateful battles of Latrun -
fought during Israel's 1948 War of Independence - and offers up an insightful
exploration of the myths those battles spawned. Through the lens of the story
of Latrun, the film provides a deeper understanding of the power and
influence of myth in a nation such as Israel, and how those myths impact the
country's ability to forge a true peace with its neighbors. The
film explores early Israeli history leading up to the battle of Latrun, the
issues behind the decision to fight and what really happened in the field. (52 minutes)
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