Documentary 'The Bibi Files' Premieres at TIFF

The documentary 'The Bibi Files' premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, showcasing leaked footage of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's police interrogations regarding corruption allegations. The film, produced by Oscar winner Alex Gibney, presents a critical view of Netanyahu, suggesting his political maneuvers are attempts to delay ongoing corruption trials stemming from multiple indictments since 2019. It was banned in Israel due to privacy laws, but a Jerusalem court refused Netanyahu's request to block its screening in Toronto. Protesters gathered outside the venue, expressing opposition to Netanyahu's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict and demanding action regarding hostages. The film's interrogation footage, recorded between 2016 and 2018, adds to the scrutiny of Netanyahu's actions as he navigates his political and legal challenges. Overall, the film aims to shed light on the intertwining of Netanyahu's corruption trials with his current political decisions.