Danish drama set in aftermath of Nazi occupation wins top prize at Venice festival
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A Danish drama set in the aftermath of Nazi occupation has won the top prize at the Venice festival.
The film "Possible Love" by Lee Chang-dong claimed the prestigious Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. According to The Korea Times, this marks the second time a Korean movie has taken home the award at the world’s oldest film festival.
An Israeli documentary, "NAZA", by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, won the Special Jury Prize. The film examines Israel's military operations in Gaza and allegations of systematic mass civilian casualties. The Jerusalem Post reports that Israel's military has rejected the allegations made in the documentary.
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