12Oct,2023
"Fauda," meaning "chaos" in Arabic, premiered on Netflix in 2015.
The series was developed by Avi Issacharoff and lead actor Lior Raz, who played the protagonist.
"Fauda" presented the Israel-Palestine conflict as a story of a retired Israeli undercover commando hunting a Palestinian terrorist.
The show was praised for its stylized action, suspense, intrigue, and portrayal of revenge and loss.
It humanized the conflict, focusing on the personal lives of individuals involved in the strife.
"Fauda" was seen by some as Israeli propaganda, but its popularity in Arab countries highlighted its realism.
Lead actor Lior Raz, who served in the Israel Defense Forces, volunteered in the ongoing conflict.
Raz's background in counter-terrorism contributed to the series' authenticity.
"Fauda" blurred the lines between right and wrong and showcased the complexity of the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Despite its Israeli perspective, the show aimed to depict the multifaceted nature of the Palestinian resistance movement.