The Rising Tide of Hate: A New Documentary on Antisemitism Hits Screens

Briarcliff Entertainment has picked up the rights to release "October H8te" in early 2025. This documentary, directed by Wendy Sachs, delves into the surge of antisemitism and anti-Israel demonstrations since a Hamas attack on October 7. The film highlights protests on U. S. college campuses, where Jewish students faced harassment. Actress Debra Messing serves as an executive producer and appears in the film. Other notable figures involved include Michael Rapaport, Sheryl Sandberg, and Congressman Ritchie Torres. The documentary examines the role of media bias and social media in fueling this conflict. Sachs, known for her work on "Surge" and "Land of the Giants, " aims to expose extremism and its threats to democracy. Briarcliff, known for politically significant films, is distributing this timely documentary.