A significant amd memorable film of an extraordinary person and the mission that cost him his life
This is a significant and memorable film about one of the most heroic and extraordinary military missions of the twentieth century, on July 4, 1976, a mission thought to be impossible, a mission that was later discussed and analyzed at the American War College for Generals. It is the story of a dedicated Israeli military officer, the older brother of Israel's present day Prime Minister, the son of one of the most respected scholars of Jewish history, Yoni Netanyahu.
Yoni was a handsome, charismatic man, who was first in all he did in the army, a born leader who led soldiers in war from the front, a practice that would cost him his life. He was an Israeli who was educated at Harvard University, and was in the top ten percent of his class. He abandoned his scholarly studies to stay in the Israeli army to fight in several battles when his country was attacked. He was wounded in Israel's Seven Day War.
On June 27, 1976, terrorists hijacked an Air France plane that...
Follow Me...the DVD
I have read every book on Jonathan (Yoni) Netanyahu, watched the movie with Charles Bronson attempting to portray Yoni...and nothing touches this documentary!
It is a deeply moving 'capture' of a young man with the highest standards, one who loves his country more than the pleasures of this life.
It is interwoven with original still pictues, family video, comments from both of his brothers, Bibi and Iddo, and rare appearances by his father.
It moves at will from time to time, and place to place, but always remains relevant and to the point.
The readings from Yoni's book, "The Letters" are extremely poignant.
I was deeply touched by this documentary, and highly recommend you search it out.
Passion is as passion does...
A simply magnificent production... I don't know if I have ever seen such a capturing of core, gut, and heart level passion for a belief system. The mind, body, and soul of this young soldier was the most beautiful sight in the midst of the ugliness of hatred. Anyone who really wants to know what unflinching and unwavering passion looks like need only crawl inside this production. The impact is everlasting...
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