Set in the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas attacks, TORN traces the eruption of a grassroots poster campaign to raise awareness for the 251 hostages taken by Hamas. What began as a plea for empathy quickly escalated into a symbolic street war, as pro-Israel and pro-Palestine activists tore down each other’s posters and battled over public messaging across New York City. Told through the voices of ten New Yorkers—including hostage family members, artists, students, activists, a free speech expert, and a rabbi—the film explores grief, identity, and the limits of empathy in today’s fractured public discourse.
With over 70 pre-release screenings across the U.S. and Canada—including New York, Boston, Chicago, Toronto, San Francisco, and Miami—TORN has already ignited vital conversations nationwide. The theatrical release will now bring this timely documentary to a broader audience.
TORN also marks the return of the iconic indie label Hemdale Films, best known for Oscar-winning classics like Platoon and The Last Emperor. After a decades-long hiatus, Hemdale has been relaunched under Hannover House, Inc. (OTC: HHSE), with TORN as the first release under the revitalized banner.
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