Haaretz Podcast

'He called out Bibi's bluff': Within days of Oct. 7, this hostage's father spoke out against Netanyahu's war

May 30, 2025
Brandon Kramer, a filmmaker known for his award-winning documentary "Holding Liat," and Libby Lenkinski, a producer and Vice President at the New Israel Fund, discuss the gripping story of the Beinin-Atzili family. They explore the family's diverse reactions to the trauma of kidnapping juxtaposed with their political views. Kramer highlights the complex dynamics within the family, showing how personal crises reflect broader societal debates. They also examine the ethical responsibility of filmmakers in authentically representing these deeply emotional experiences.
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ANECDOTE

Family Story Reveals Societal Divisions

  • Brandon Kramer filmed his relatives, the Beinin-Atzili family, after Hamas kidnapped Liat and Aviv on October 7, 2023.
  • The film revealed their differing political views and trauma responses, portraying a microcosm of Israeli society's divisions.
INSIGHT

Unconventional Stance Against Revenge

  • The film highlights an Israeli-American kibbutz family's unusual stance of rejecting revenge after immense loss.
  • Yehuda Beinin embodies a perspective warning against endless violence and seeking a future of peace and reconciliation.
INSIGHT

Yehuda Called Netanyahu's Bluff

  • Yehuda Beinin predicted Netanyahu's intentions for a prolonged war early on, a view initially unpopular but later widely accepted.
  • His skepticism about the military response's effectiveness in securing hostages proved tragically accurate.
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