The background to the letter is that Israeli film director Nadav Lapid will not be coming to the Marseille International Film Festival, July 7–12.
Although he has been strongly critical of the Israeli government, his invitation prompted anti-Israel directors from other countries to withdraw their films.
Nadav Lapid has been living in France since 2021, and was invited to serve on the festival jury. His film “Ken” is a satirical portrayal of Israel.
