Synopsis

"This is Gaza" plunges viewers into the heart of the 2023 conflict between Israel and Hamas through the eyes of Yousef, a Palestinian journalist whose life in Gaza is irrevocably transformed. The film opens with a poignant glimpse into Yousef's life in the Jabalia refugee camp, a place defined by a strong sense of community and the joy found in simple celebrations. This idyllic existence is shattered without warning as war erupts, engulfing Gaza in a maelstrom of violence. Yousef and his family are forced to flee their home, narrowly escaping its destruction in a devastating bombing raid. Suddenly, he is thrust into the role of witness, documenting the unfolding horror around him.