In Our Hands: The Battle for Jerusalem
In Our Hands: The Battle for Jerusalem

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In Our Hands: The Battle for Jerusalem

2017
Movie
109 min
English

Produced by CBN Documentaries and Biblical Productions, "In Our Hands" tells the story of the Battle of Jerusalem in the Six-Day War through the eyes of the IDF's 55th Paratrooper Brigade

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Hilla MedaliaGenres: Documentary, War, History

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the pivotal 1967 Six-Day War, focusing on the intense battle for Jerusalem. Through archival footage and interviews with key military figures and politicians, it reconstructs the events leading up to, during, and immediately after the capture of the Old City. The film explores the strategic decisions, the personal experiences of soldiers, and the profound geopolitical implications of this transformative conflict.

Critical Reception

In Our Hands: The Battle for Jerusalem received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its archival footage and the insights provided by the interviewed participants. However, some reviewers noted that the documentary occasionally felt less like an objective historical account and more like a retrospective justification for the war's outcomes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its extensive use of archival material and firsthand accounts.

  • Noted for its deep dive into the military and political strategy behind the battle.

  • Some critics found the perspective to be somewhat biased towards the Israeli narrative.

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Fun Fact

The documentary utilizes a significant amount of rare archival footage that was previously unseen by the public, offering a fresh perspective on well-documented historical events.

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