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S18·E8 The Village that Fought Back: Five Broken Cameras

Episode
Season 18, Episode 8
Air Date
March 3, 2014
Runtime
85 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired March 3, 2014 85 min
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Synopsis

Oscar-nominated film compiled from the video diary of a Palestinian farmer who documents unrest in his West Bank village. Emad Burnat starts filming with his first camera following the birth of his fourth son. At the same time in his village of Bil'in, a separation barrier is being built and the villagers begin to resist this decision.

Over several years Burnat films this non-violent struggle against the Israeli army - which is led by two of his best friends - literally from his own point of view. Soon, these events begin to impact his own life. Bulldozers knocking down olive trees, the loss of life and night raids scare his family. His friends, brothers and even himself are either shot or arrested. One camera after another used to document these events is shot or smashed.

Burnat collaborates with Israeli director Guy Davidi to produce this powerful and moving documentary of resistance life on a frontline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 18 Episode 8 of Storyville air?

Season 18, Episode 8 ('The Village that Fought Back: Five Broken Cameras') originally aired on March 3, 2014.

How long is Season 18 Episode 8 ('The Village that Fought Back: Five Broken Cameras')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 85 minutes.

What happens in Storyville Season 18 Episode 8?

Oscar-nominated film compiled from the video diary of a Palestinian farmer who documents unrest in his West Bank village. Emad Burnat starts filming with his first camera following the birth of his fourth son. At the same time in his village of Bil'in, a separation barrier is being built and the vil...

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