If you're looking for war movies that explore conflicts similar to the Israel-Palestine conflict or feature themes of political conflict, historical tension, and military action, here are ten films that might interest you.
Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film is based on real events and follows a group of Israeli Mossad agents tasked with tracking down and assassinating the perpetrators of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre.
"Munich" (2005)
An animated documentary, this film delves into the 1982 Lebanon War and the Sabra and Shatila massacre from the perspective of an Israeli soldier struggling with repressed memories.
"Waltz with Bashir" (2008)
"Paradise Now" (2005)
This Palestinian film explores the lives of two childhood friends who are recruited as suicide bombers. It offers a thought-provoking look at the complex motivations behind such actions.
"The Hurt Locker" (2008)
Set in Iraq during the Iraq War, this film follows a bomb disposal team and provides a gripping portrayal of the tension and psychological toll of warfare.
"Beaufort" (2007)
A Israeli war film, "Beaufort" is based on the 2000 South Lebanon conflict and follows a group of Israeli soldiers stationed at Beaufort Castle.
"Lebanon" (2009)
This Israeli war film is set during the 1982 Lebanon War and takes place almost entirely inside a tank, offering a claustrophobic and intense perspective on the conflict.
"The Gatekeepers" (2012)
While not a traditional war movie, this documentary features interviews with former heads of Israel's Shin Bet, the country's internal security agency. They provide insights into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and counter-terrorism efforts.
"No Man's Land" (2001)
A Bosnian war film that tells the story of two soldiers, one Bosnian and one Serbian, who find themselves trapped in a trench between enemy lines during the Bosnian War.
"The Wind That Shakes the Barley" (2006)
Set during the Irish War of Independence, this film explores the conflict between Irish Republicans and British forces.
"Omar" (2013)
This Palestinian thriller follows the story of a young baker who becomes involved in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as a freedom fighter. It offers a nuanced perspective on life in the West Bank.