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'British show demonizes Israel'
Aviel Magnezi
Published: 10.03.11, 00:53
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31. Turn Coat Jews
Ron ,   OC, US   (03.10.11)
Both sickening and dangerous. Been around since the inquisition through Hitler's Germany. What's in it for them I'll never know. If they are looking for acceptance from a larger Christian World or worse the Moslem world, it will be a long time comeing. The truth about Israel's murderous neighbors and self respect is all we have...And it is eroding from within. Again, both sick and dangerous.
32. It is all obvious. But what can we do? Really do, to cure
tom ,   tel aviv   (03.10.11)
the world of the antisemitic disease? The path it seems must be through instilling fear of the Jew. A REAL fear, for a change. The technique of us just dying uttering Shma has brought us to this.... which is nowhere. I hope we do not commit a "Massada" on a big/national scale (I never liked the idea of IDF doing their oath there, but that's another story)
33. For God's sake
Daniel ,   UK   (03.10.11)
The series isn't even about Israel. It's primarily about British people in the British Mandate of Palestine, and it's none of Israel's business what a commercial British TV channel shows.
34. Brits, as always
Mark ,   J-lem   (03.10.11)
Remind me please, the UK in this article is the same UK who gives shelter for internationally wanted terrorists (from Chechnya, Kosovo, Africa), known ex-dictators, economy criminals (oligarchs from Russia, east Europe, Oceania) or some other UK I don't know about? Is it the same UK who famous through the world as a double-standard colonial state? Is it the same UK who are we to blame for betraying Zionist movement with Weizmann as the head along with Arab movement with king Faisal as their leader? Is it the same UK whose teenagers coming to Israel (as a part of Jewish agency program) and taking a part in the anti-Israel protest, and supporting boycott against this state? So tell me now, why in the world, I am not surprised?
35. HOSTILITY TOWARDS ISRAELIS
Ricardo Macher ,   Karnei Shomron IL   (03.10.11)
Last week I was in London and I was astonished by the level of hostility towards Israelis. Customs officials are mostly Arab-British and you can see in their eyes the hate for us. It has really become embarassing being Israeli nowadays. I just would like the Government to fix once and for all the issue with the Palestinians and have a normal life as any other country in the world. Give them the West Bank, half Jerusalem and let us live our life peacefully, please. i really cannot stand this anymore.
36. It might be a little off, exaggerated
Ali ,   Scotland   (03.10.11)
In some respects but its artistic freedom of expression .Israel will have to learn that a price will be exacted for the occupation,there will also be a lot of truth too .I'd imagine that the film will be making a statement ,a point if you like about the cost of the occupation on both peoples good and bad alike. Take it on the chin folks, learn from it .
37. the promise
spooky ,   birmingham uk   (03.10.11)
yes i watched , yes it does show israel, as stealers of the arabs land from day one , also iraelishown as the land of milk and honey and the arabs living in dire poverty , the trouble is people belive what they see and the bbc is anti israel look at there reporter julian manyon
38. a 'promise....
tiki ,   belgium   (03.10.11)
Want to make a 'succes film, book, essay, career..... use the 'Bash Israel/poor Pal formular, especially the comparisson IDF/NAZI....it always works! The Europeans 'love it, makes their dirty past and guilt go away (yes AGAIN about the 6 MILLION Jews murdered for nothing by the Germans and their European helpers).They have a willing public in the Arab & Muslim communities, who are so brainwashed by their own leaders to hate Israel/Jews (to cover up their own dirty games). But, no film, mini serie, book or any other manipulation tool will work, because in the end (it may take a while) every ugly and unconvenient truth comes out and will make a liar out of the 'truth teller as we are 'witnessing now every day. The Brits/Turks & others can make mini series, write books how much they want, it won't erredicate their own dirty, colonial past with the 'blood of millions on their hands..., that's also a promise.
39. more appropriate, a miniseries about london suicide bombing
simple man ,   usa   (03.10.11)
40. watch the whole B*S here...
Marc El   (03.10.11)
and recommend it so everyone can see it. http://eztvstream.com/category/the-promise/
41. British anti-Semitism
Emperor ,   USA   (03.10.11)
The unrestrained hatred of the British media in all its forms is now legendary. No other country has shown the restraint that Israel (and the IDF) have shown. Is the IDF perfect? No. Is there one army in the world that is? Absolutely not! But the IDF will go to extremes to prevent collateral damage, even compared to my own country. The murderous terror attacks against Israel seem to be the latest "entertainment" of the British media. The demonizing of everything Jewish and/or Israel in the U.K. is a clear example of the inevitable (radical) Islamization that awaits that country.
42. Was It on The BBC? the poll payer
Mark from Georgia ,   USA   (03.10.11)
People wonder why Israel get a bad rap, well, now we see why. Bias shows that portray Israel as evil, while overlooking the Pal terrorism and atrocities. If you only present one side of the story what would you expect? Now comes the antisemitic gloating, how accurate this show is. Any condemnation of it will be attacked as trying to stifle debate. We need somebody to do show that refutes this nonsense.
43. British mini series
F. Dotan ,   USA   (03.10.11)
We have to accept the fact that the Brits are basically antisemites and feel obliged to kiss the a.... of arabs, for the sake of cheaper oil and for their treatment when UK was a colonial power. SAVLANUT they will be paying for this when their arab citizen will get the sharia laws in England.
44. The UK has long become the epicentre of
Jehudah Ben-Israel ,   Qatzrin, Israel   (03.10.11)
the UNHOLY TRINITY, consisting of 1) Classic anti-Semites 2) "Progressive" anti-Jewish Racists 3) 7th Century-Based Islamism. Sadly, the influence of this UNHOLY TRINITY has penetrated academe, journalism and government. It is time we realized the UK may end up the Germany of the 1930s...!!
45. why should the Jews expect fairness from brits?
dante ,   uk   (03.10.11)
why should they expect decency? or honesty? or an interest in the truth? the british elites, gorging themselves on bigotry, arrogance, self-congratulation and self-indulgence, have always hated the Jews; they have never confronted their horrible treatment of the Jews over centuries and the way in which they subverted their mandate to establish a Jewish homeland.
46. Good for many 'British' Jews
David ,   Shiloh Isreal   (03.10.11)
'I frankly couldn't give a damn' regarding the non kosher appetite of the British public at large. They are entitled to stuff themselves with whatever poison makes them feel good about themselves. Although, I'm sure that a healthy propotion of them will see through the shallowness of this sham. What does concern me is the Jewish attitude towards Israel. In the heart of every Jew is a divine spark of what makes them be Jewish. That includes knowing what's true, even though it may need to be reawakened. If this sham helps to stir & agitate that inner voice it would have performed a service.
47. Steve #2
Jarda ,   Czech republic   (03.10.11)
Without British colonialism, there won't be any USA nor Israel.
48. soundtrack by roger waters and elvis
Barney ,   USA   (03.10.11)
costello?
49. May be the "Promise"
Cynic #2   (03.10.11)
is an antonym for the Balfour Declaration (Promise)!!!
50. Why was he allowed to film in Israel at all.
Benorr ,   Haifa Israel   (03.10.11)
First we allow these people to spit at us then we complain.We have the Guardian's writer in Israel who keeps smearing and we haven't kicked her out yet.We have the BBC pissing on us and we keep quiet.Lets face it,The UK is very hostile to us only because we let them.Pull the finger out and start reacting to these A.Holes.Before it's too late,lets do something.
51. Boycott England for Raping the World
EZ ,   USA   (03.10.11)
England along with a handful of other nations has the dubious honor of having carried out and inflicted many of the most inhumane crimes against mankind for over a millennia. Millions of people have perished under the vicious war strategies of the British Empire who have raped and Pilaged for centuries. Are we supposed to just forget all about it or what horrors and debacles that England and the Europeans have unleashed on humanity? NO WAY!!! NO WAY!! Entire cultures were exterminated by these people (Tasmania, etc) and their exploits with few apologies and KEEPING all the GOLD and "bootie" in their vaults. English history is one of reckless abandon and bloodletting. Never forget who these people are and what they have inside of them. And never forget that when the English were painting their faces and running across the plains like barbarians, the Jews were eating Shabbat dinners with white linen table cloths and silver candelabra on their tables. For them to demonize anyone is a JOKE!!! A pure JOKE. Them and their blood-soaked roadways through history can go to hell. They are no friends of ANYONE. Beware of the European: they will turn on you faster than you could imagine. Don't even pay mind to the English barbarians: they have done their damage and will CONTINUE to sink into the annals of history as a blood-cult with zero empathy. Good riddance to these knuckle Draggers!
52. to #17 hahahaha the refugee camps r british
ghostq   (03.10.11)
invention, the british mandatory police building still there in the heart of the refugees camps. in other words go read real history.
53. to #37 your entire media is by the hands of
ghostq   (03.10.11)
foriegn arabs, the main editor of the BBC is Muslim. duhhhhh
54. British WASPs an endangered species
Brian Cohen ,   Judean Peoples Front   (03.10.11)
Ha. The Brits will reap what they sow when their country becomes an Islamic state in the 22nd century. The left wing politically incorrect British journalists and move/tv producers will find themselves enslaved to the same abusive Muslims whom they are so endeared with today.
55. #17 Carol UK
Reuven ,   Israel   (03.10.11)
*...got people to research the Israel/Palestine story as never before* This is good news as maybe they will discover the truth about the Brits part in preventing Holocaust survivors from entering the only place that was Home for them.
56. Who produces this program?
BBC or KGB or SS OR ,   il   (03.10.11)
57. they had given up
observer ,   Egypt   (03.10.11)
as usual Jews don't want to see what they dislike.
58. To ALL YOU ANTI-BRITISH TAKBACKERS
Mike Carmel ,   Rishon le Zion   (03.10.11)
This drama was made by a private commercially run TV station. That's how it goes in the UK - it's called freedom of speech. It in NO WAY represents the views of the British Government or even most of the British public. The sad thing is that those who see it may get false impressions of Israel through ignorance of the facts on the ground. And just to remind you all that the same thing happens here - remember "Jenin, Jenin"? That story reared its upgly head again this week in court. In short - Israel's PR is impotent and must be improved. I heard that the "explainers" plan to attack now rather than defend all the time. I'm still waiting to see it. Meanwhile chaps - relax and stop all this irrelevant anti-British shouting. It's out of place.
59. Filming in Israel # 17
John Smith ,   UK   (03.10.11)
Next time a programme is filmed in Israel the content of the programme should be monitored.Why should a film company be allowed access to Israel and yet produce so many inaccuracies. You need to go back to your history books Carol #17 and look at how inaccurate this programme was .Definitely one sided.
60. # 35
Birdi ,   Israel   (03.10.11)
Fake? or have you totally lost it? If you cant stand it anymore, return to your country of origin.
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