Undressing Israel: Gay Men in the Promised Land
Storyline
When many people think of Israel, it is often in terms of modern war or ancient religion. But there is much more to the Jewish state then missiles and prayers. In his debut as a documentary filmmaker, adult-film entrepreneur and political columnist Michael Lucas examines a side of Israel that is too often overlooked: its thriving gay community. Undressing Israel features interviews with a diverse range of local men, including a gay member of Israel's parliament, a trainer who served openly in the army, a young Arab-Israeli journalist, and a pair of dads raising their kids. Lucas also visits Tel Aviv's vibrant nightlife scene-and a same-sex wedding-in this guided tour to a country that emerged as a pioneer for gay integration and equality.
Cast & Crew
Eytan Fox
Self
Lead
Michael Lucas
Self/Interviewer
What People Are Saying
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Lucas's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Undressing Israel: Gay Men in the Promised Land is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
