SYNOPSIS

October 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre follows American Christian Todd Morehead as he travels to Israel to confront the atrocities of October 7, the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust. Through the voices of distinguished Israeli educators, the film offers a clear and comprehensive look at Gaza’s history leading up to the attack, while also uncovering the ideological roots and stated goals of Hamas and radical Islamists. Viewers are brought face-to-face with the horror of that day through survivors’ testimonies, first responders’ accounts, the perspective of a former hostage, and chilling footage captured by the terrorists. Yet the story does not end in despair—the film honors the courage of the IDF, points to the resilience of future generations, and challenges audiences with Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s timeless call to reject silence in the face of evil. Recommended for mature audiences due to graphic content.