Archive · 5 Sep 2025
San Sebastian Film Festival Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza
The San Sebastian Film Festival, a film event, has spoken out about the conflict in Gaza.
They released a letter saying they are against the violence and the way the government of Benjamin Netanyahu is treating the Palestinian people.
The festival is calling for an immediate stop to the fighting and the release of hostages.
The festival organizers stated they are angry about the loss of life and destruction and want peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
The festival defends the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and highlights concerns about the violation of human rights.
The San Sebastian Film Festival published an open letter criticizing Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
The letter calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hamas.
The festival's Management Committee condemns the killing of civilians and destruction in Gaza.
The festival highlights the importance of human rights and democracy.
The festival has a history of supporting pro-democracy and progressive causes.
- Who
- San Sebastian Film Festival's Management Committee
- What
- Published an open letter condemning the actions of Benjamin Netanyahu's government and calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
- When
- Published the open letter this morning
- Where
- The open letter was published by the San Sebastian Film Festival.
- Why
- To condemn the actions of Benjamin Netanyahu's government and advocate for human rights and peace.
- Festival Name
- San Sebastian Film Festival
- Key Demand
- Immediate ceasefire in Gaza
- Target of Criticism
- Benjamin Netanyahu's government
- Accusation
- Genocide of the Palestinian people
- Festival Dates
- September 19-27
- Jury President
- J.A. Bayona