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We Were the Others

Six Israeli men born in the country's early years open up about their experiences, shedding light on the previously untold stories of gay individuals living in Israel.

The movie explores the lives of six gay men born in Israel during its establishment, shedding light on the secretive and undocumented experiences of homosexuals in Israel during the 1960-70s. The story spans from a time when homosexuality was considered illegal and a mental illness to the pivotal moment in 1979 when a few courageous individuals publicly advocated for their rights, marking the beginning of the Israeli gay community's history being recorded and shared.

Info about We Were the Others

Studio(s): Lama Productions

Originally Released: United States, May 23, 2019

Budget: $166,000.00

Genres:Documentary