The Bibi Files Premieres Amid Legal Challenge

The documentary 'The Bibi Files', critical of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) despite last-minute efforts by Netanyahu's legal team to block it. The film, directed by Alexis Bloom and produced by Alex Gibney, features unreleased interrogation tapes of Netanyahu related to corruption allegations. The Jerusalem District Court dismissed Netanyahu's attempt to prevent the screening, which was met with a standing ovation and calls for a ceasefire from the audience. The documentary includes intense scenes of Netanyahu denying claims of accepting lavish gifts from wealthy supporters, juxtaposed with leaked footage of police interrogating key figures including his family. Bloom emphasized the film's urgency in light of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, while Gibney noted the tragedy unfolding alongside the film's release. 'The Bibi Files' aims to highlight themes of democratic backsliding and governmental abuse of power.