A premium documentary series titled Pollard, which delves into one of the most notorious scandals in American-Israeli government relations, has found its streaming home on the Jewish platform, ChaiFlicks. Originally aired on local Israeli broadcaster Kan 11, the acclaimed series by Omri Assenheim will be available for streaming next month. The documentary centers around the controversial Israeli-U.S. spy scandal that shook both nations, causing significant upheaval in their government relations. This release comes at a time when Israel and the United States are closely watched due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
At the center of the Pollard scandal is Jonathan Pollard, a young American Jew who had aspirations of protecting the Jewish State. In 1985, Pollard was convicted of selling highly classified intelligence material and closely guarded U.S. secrets to various foreign countries. The ensuing investigation revealed that one of the recipient countries was none other than Israel, a close ally of the United States. The documentary meticulously outlines the evolution of the scandal, utilizing rare archival materials and featuring first-time interviews with former American FBI agents, Israeli intelligence members, and high-ranking government officials.
Co-Founder of ChaiFlicks, Neil Friedman, emphasized the timeliness and relevance of the documentary series. Friedman stated, “Jonathan Pollard is one of the most divisive figures in the history of Israeli/American relations, and Omri Assenheim’s tremendous documentary series uncovers what actually took place at the highest levels of government for both nations through revealing, exclusive interviews, and rare archival footage.” He further added, “With everything that has transpired since October 7, we believe this powerful documentary series has taken on even more relevance for our subscribers across the globe.”
Omri Assenheim, the director behind Pollard, is no stranger to documentary filmmaking. He has built a reputation as one of Israel’s most prolific documentary filmmakers, having worked for UVDA, a weekly investigative and documentary program on Israeli TV, for almost two decades. Assenheim’s expertise ensures that Pollard is a meticulously crafted series that aims to provide viewers with an in-depth understanding of the scandal and its ramifications.
A Boost for ChaiFlicks
The acquisition of Pollard marks another significant addition to ChaiFlicks’ growing library. The streaming platform recently secured the rights to all three seasons of the globally popular series Shtisel, as well as the critically acclaimed drama series Fire Dance. Launched in 2020, ChaiFlicks has quickly established itself as a prominent destination for Jewish-themed content. The availability of ChaiFlicks in the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand ensures that audiences from around the world can access this compelling documentary series.
Pollard stands as a powerful documentary series that sheds light on a scandal that caused immense upheaval in American-Israeli government relations. With its careful curation of archival footage, revealing interviews, and the talented direction of Omri Assenheim, this series offers viewers a chance to delve into the intricate details of the controversial Israeli-U.S. spy scandal. ChaiFlicks’ acquisition of Pollard adds to its growing catalog of compelling Jewish-themed content, cementing its status as a premier streaming platform for those interested in exploring Jewish history, culture, and current affairs.