Herzog Honored as San Sebastian Opens Amid Gaza Conflict Condemnation

The San Sebastian Film Festival commenced with a politically charged opening ceremony where hosts Fariba Sheikhan and Mariona Terés publicly condemned the ongoing Israel-Gaza war. Their statements also included an expression of support for Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, the directors of the documentary "NAZA."

During the event, acclaimed filmmaker Werner Herzog was presented with the festival's prestigious Donostia Award. The opening's tone, marked by the hosts' strong stance on the conflict and solidarity with the "NAZA" filmmakers, set a somber and politically aware atmosphere for the festival's commencement.