2024 SDIJFF

Prophets of Change

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In a land defined by conflict and division for centuries, a new generation of artists is reframing the conversation. In this documentary, Israeli and Palestinian musicians unite to break a cycle of fear and distrust in this inspiring, hopeful look at the universal language of song.  They come from all walks of life and a wide range of styles, including rap, hip-hop, and heavy metal. Faced with condemnation and even death threats, these musical activists together forge a call to action and blueprint for peace.  Penetrating and highly energetic, this sonic portrait of courage and compassion swells with a fist-pumping soundtrack of modern Middle Eastern music, and all-star roster of narrators including J.K. Simmons, Forest Whitaker, Sarah Silverman and more.


  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    98 minutes
  • Language
    English, Uzbek, French, Hebrew, Arabic, Amharic
  • Country
    United States, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Israel
  • Premiere
    West Coast
  • Genre
    Documentary, Israeli, Israeli-Palestinian, Music
  • Subtitle Language
    English
  • Director
    Assaf Ben Shetrit
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