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Michael Moore Boards Palestine’s Oscar Entry ‘From Ground Zero’ as Exec Producer

The Hollywood Reporter
Story by Etan Vlessing
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Legendary documentarian Michael Moore lends his star power to Palestine's Oscar hopeful 'From Ground Zero', shining a spotlight on the creativity and resilience of Palestinian filmmakers amidst ongoing conflict.
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  • Acclaimed director Moore has signed on as executive producer for the Oscar-shortlisted 'From Ground Zero', a collection of 22 films by Palestinian filmmakers, calling it 'a cinematic miracle' made during a 'genocide'.
  • The anthology film was spearheaded by Gaza-born director Rashid Masharawi, who expressed gratitude for Moore's involvement in elevating the project's Oscar campaign and amplifying 'the humanity and resilience of Palestinians' through the power of cinema.
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Michael Moore, Rashid Masharawi, Watermelon Pictures, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, 'From Ground Zero'
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