The documentary chronicles 2024 protests at Columbia University, where students established pro-Palestinian encampments reminiscent of past activism. Led by student Mahmoud Khalil, they demanded divestment from Israel, which raised tensions with university officials. Despite failing to achieve their financial goals, the protests resulted in heightened awareness of pro-Palestinian issues and led to the resignation of Columbia's president. However, the film struggles to account for the significant political shifts under the Trump administration that impacted both Khalil and the broader movement, indicating that the complete narrative around these protests remains untold.
The documentary highlights protest encampments at Columbia University in 2024, reminiscent of past movements, but the film struggles to capture the evolving political landscape.
Despite failing to achieve divestment from Israel, the protests increased awareness of pro-Palestinian issues, influencing campus dynamics and leading to Columbia's president resigning.
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