“BIG LIE” FILMS WILL REVEAL HOW TRUTH ABOUT PALESTINE HAS BEEN SUPPRESSED
Three films to be screened in Southsea in January promise to reveal how the truth about the horrific events in Palestine have been “ruthlessly suppressed” by the British establishment.
Produced by award-winning Platform Films, the “Big Lie” documentaries show how people speaking out for the Palestinian cause have been smeared, sacked and and even put in prison.
The first of the films, “Oh Jeremy Corbyn – The Big Lie tells how Corbyn’s support for the Palestinian cause was a key factor in his downfall as Labour Party leader. The second film, “Starmer and the Genocide”, tells the story of the huge protests sparked by Israel’s actions in Gaza and the controversial role of Corbyn’s successor, Keir Starmer,.
Now the third and latest of the films, “Big Lie III: Censoring Palestine”, will be released in January. This will explore how the truth about Palestine is being suppressed not only in the mainstream TV and papers, but in education, entertainment, and even in social media.
Most sinister of all, the new film will spotlight how the counter-terrorism laws are now being ruthlessly abused to silence protest by pro-Palestine activists.
Director Chris Reeves said: “Together the films tell a story of a rotten and corrupt British establishment which is conspiring with Israel and the US to exterminate the innocent people of Palestine. It is a truly terrifying picture.”
Producer Norman Thomas said: “What I find most disturbing is the way counter-terrorism laws are being used to silence those who protest about the genocide. In many ways it looks like we’re heading for a police state. We have to expose the truth of what’s going on — but above all, we must try to stop it.”
Oh Jeremy Corbyn: The Big Lie (2023) 59 minutes Cert: 12A
This feature-length documentary explains what happened when Britain almost elected a prime minister who was a champion of the Palestinian cause. Narrated by Alexei Sayle and with contributions from Jackie Walker, Ken Loach, Andrew Murray, Graham Bash and Moshe Machover, the film explores a dark and murky story of political deceit and outrageous antisemitic smears. It also uncovers the critical role played by Keir Starmer and asks if the movement which backed Corbyn could rise again
Big Lie II: Starmer and the Genocide (2024) 61 minutes Cert: TBC
Israel’s attacks on Gaza after October 7, 2023, sparked huge demonstrations, protests, and spectacular direct action across Britain, all aimed at calling a halt to the slaughter. With contributions from Andrew Feinstein, Huda Ammori, Leanne Mohamad, George Galloway and Asa Winstanley, the film documents the campaign for Palestine and its impact on the British political scene in the lead-up to the 2024 general election. At the heart of it all is Labour leader Keir Starmer and his controversial attitude to the unfolding genocide.
The Big Lie III : Censoring Palestine:(2024) UK | 85 minutes Cert: TBC
A genocide is happening in Palestine, but our newspapers and TV aren’t telling us the truth. Even social media is being censored. Those who protest face dawn raids, arrest and jail. Dissent has been criminalised. This shocking documentary film exposes the most outrageous attack on free speech in modern times. With Ken Loach, Roger Waters, Alexei Sayle, Jackie Walker, Mothers of the Filton 10, Tony Greenstein and many more.
SCREENING DATES & TIMES
Wed 22nd Jan 6pm Big Lie 1 and Big Lie 2
Thur 23rd Jan 7pm Censoring Palestine
Sat 25th Jan Big Lie 1 3pm
Sun 26th Big Lie 2 3pm and Censoring Palestine 5pm
The film director Chris Reeves will be our guest on Sunday 26th January.
Online reservations strongly recommended.
