The Shooting of Thomas Hurndall
After Tom Hurndall is shot in the head in Gaza, his parents Anthony and Jocelyn arrive in Israel wanting to know how it could have happened. They expect sympathy and cooperation from the Israeli authorities, but are instead met with an official explanation that fails to tally with any eye-witness accounts, and a wall of silence. When an Israeli army report attempts to whitewash the incident, the Hurndalls decide the only way to establish the truth is to launch their own investigation into the shooting, a process which brings them face to face with both the Open-Fire regulations of the Israeli army in Gaza, and the soldier who pulled the trigger.
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Plot Summary
This drama recounts the tragic true story of Thomas Hurndall, a British student who was shot in the head by an Israeli sniper while on holiday in the Gaza Strip in April 2006. The film follows his family's desperate fight for justice and their efforts to keep him alive after the devastating injury.
Critical Reception
The film was met with critical acclaim, particularly for its powerful performances and its sensitive handling of a deeply emotional and politically charged subject. It was praised for its unflinching portrayal of the events and the impact on the Hurndall family.
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- A moving and harrowing true story.
- Exceptional performances from the lead actors.
- Deals with difficult subject matter with sensitivity and respect.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the book 'My Lovely Son' by Jacqui Hurndall, Thomas's mother.
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