Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Gal Gadot’s Film Shooting
The Protest
Pro-Palestine protesters banged drums and shouted ‘shame on you’ as they brought Gal Gadot’s new film The Runner to a standstill in London.
The Israeli actress, who served in the IDF, has been vocal in her support of Israel’s invasion of Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attacks.
Footage of Eye on Palestine members at the scene shows a man with a dog and several other objectors chanting and clapping in the face of police officers.
They shout slogans addressed at Ms Gadot like ‘your hands are bloody’ and ‘we can’t deal with genocide’.
The Israeli actress, who served in the IDF, has been vocal in her support of Israel ‘s invasion of Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attacks
The Film
The 40-year-old – who was previously seen on set donning a tight blue running jacket and black leggings – was reportedly replaced with a body double.
Her character is seen on a run after dropping her child at school.
The Runner centres on a high-flying attorney (Gal) who has to race through London to try to save her abducted son.
It is being produced by David Kosse via his new London-based production company Rockwood Pictures.
Protesters shout slogans addressed at Ms Gadot like ‘your hands are bloody’ and ‘we can’t deal with genocide’.
A flyer circulated online in relation to the protest which reads: ‘No to IDF soldiers in our city’
Gal Gadot’s Controversies
Gal’s outing on Friday follows a string of controversies that have marred her latest Disney film, Snow White, including claims of a feud between her and Rachel Zegler.
While Gal is said to have got on well with Rachel Zegler during filming, it is thought their relationship froze when Rachel started sharing her pro-Palestine views.
Meanwhile the remake later hit another snag after Lebanon banned the film from its cinemas nationwide.
The Middle East nation made the move last week because of star Gal, who plays the Evil Queen in the box office bomb.
Gal, an Israeli, is on Lebanon’s boycott list because of her past service in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) and her vocal support for Israel.
Pro-Palestine protesters banged drums and shouted ‘shame on you’ as they brought Gal Gadot’s new film The Runner to a standstill in London
A protester is seen leading one of the chants outside Moorgate Station in London this afternoon against Gal Gadot
Reaction to the Protest
Eye on Palestine said on X during the protest: ‘This is not just about one celebrity. It’s about the normalization of war crimes in pop culture.’
The group concluded by stating ‘disruption is our duty’.
Paul Heron, legal director of the Public Interest Law Centre has previously said it is ‘shocking’ British citizens have actively served in Israel’s armed forces.
He made the comments in relation to a report he had commissioned accusing ten British Nationals serving in the force of war crimes.
MailOnline has contacted the Met Police for comment on the pro-Palestine protest.
Conclusion
The protest against Gal Gadot’s film The Runner is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding the Israeli actress. The protest highlights the ongoing tensions between Israel and Palestine, and the impact that these tensions can have on the entertainment industry.
FAQs
Q: What is the name of Gal Gadot’s new film?
A: The name of Gal Gadot’s new film is The Runner.
Q: Why were protesters demonstrating against Gal Gadot’s film?
A: Protesters were demonstrating against Gal Gadot’s film because of her vocal support for Israel’s invasion of Gaza and her past service in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF).
Q: Has Gal Gadot responded to the protests?
A: There is no information available on whether Gal Gadot has responded to the protests.
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