The Israeli
Portland, Oregon | Film Feature
Documentary, Biography
For Miko Peled, the story of Israel was a family affair, but an unspeakable tragedy would force Miko to challenge his most deeply held beliefs. The Israeli is a story about deep personal change; one man’s journey from complacence to active solidarity with an occupied people.
The Israeli
Portland, Oregon | Film Feature
Documentary, Biography
1 Campaigns | Oregon, United States
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For Miko Peled, the story of Israel was a family affair, but an unspeakable tragedy would force Miko to challenge his most deeply held beliefs. The Israeli is a story about deep personal change; one man’s journey from complacence to active solidarity with an occupied people.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
For Miko Peled, the founding of Israel was, quite literally, a family affair. His grandfather was an original signer of the Israeli declaration of independence. His father, Matti Peled, was a celebrated general who fought in the Arab-Israeli wars of 1948 and 1967, and helped build the IDF. Growing up in Jerusalem, the story of Zionism was conveyed to Miko by those who lived it.
On September 4th 1997, Miko’s 13-year old niece Smadar was killed in a Hamas suicide attack in Jerusalem. Israeli politicians cynically used her death to call for intensified attacks on Palestinian territories, while the family pleaded for an end to bloodshed. This event blew Miko’s world apart and set him on a path that would challenge his most deeply held beliefs.
This documentary explores Miko’s transformation, his activism, and his vision for a just future in Israel/Palestine. Through interviews, archival footage, and on-the-ground storytelling, this film humanizes the Palestinian struggle and challenges audiences to rethink their assumptions about the conflict. This film comes at a critical moment in the discourse around Israel/Palestine. Those who may be on the fence or uninformed on the subject will find his personal perspective illuminating; someone who has lived their life as a Zionist and now works tirelessly as a Palestinian rights activist.
The Film
We are raising funds to complete a feature-length documentary that chronicles the remarkable ideological journey of Miko Peled.
We are on track to complete the film within six months of securing funding. With all footage captured, your contributions will directly fuel the essential final stages: meticulous color correction to enhance the visual narrative, original music composition to deepen emotional resonance, professional sound editing for clarity and immersion, and securing crucial archival footage licenses. This support isn't just about finishing the film- it's about ensuring The Israeli is as impactful and accessible as possible. Your backing empowers us to craft a polished, powerful documentary that can effectively challenge perspectives and reach wide audiences. Any funds exceeding our goal will be strategically invested in outreach – facilitating film festival submissions, community screenings, translations, and educational resources – guaranteeing Miko's vital story sparks dialogue and reaches hearts and minds g
globally when it's needed most.
Please join us by contributing, following, and sharing this campaign so we can finish this film and tell Miko's story to the world.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Colorist
Costs $2,000
The finishing touch for the visuals of the film. A professional color grade can take a film from good to great.
Archivist
Costs $2,000
Visual research to help us tell the story of the last 100 years in Palestine.
Sound Editing
Costs $5,000
Professional sound design and mixing are critical in order to reach a large audience.
Composer
Costs $5,000
We plan to work with a Palestinian composer to craft a moving musical score for The Israeli that does justice to this compelling story.
Licensing Music & Images
Costs $1,000
To tell this story right we need to license news footage, photography, and other materials that depict the events described in the film.
Cash Pledge
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About This Team
Jordan Karr-Morse (Director) is the founder of Eyes & Ears Production Company and a co-founder of Softbox Films and in Portland, OR. He has produced work for numerous political campaigns, non-profits, and commercial clients. His short film "The Orphan", which follows Holocaust survivor, 90-year-old-Jacques Bude as he recounts his time in post-war Israel, and why his experience with genocide compelled him to the Palestinian cause has screened internationally and throughout the US. The Israeli is his first feature documentary.
Megan Ward Stevens (Producer) is an award-winning independent filmmaker with many years of experience producing, workshopping and directing new plays. She most recently was the showrunner's assistant for a TBS pilot and currently serves on the board of The McMinnville Short Film Festival.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
For Miko Peled, the founding of Israel was, quite literally, a family affair. His grandfather was an original signer of the Israeli declaration of independence. His father, Matti Peled, was a celebrated general who fought in the Arab-Israeli wars of 1948 and 1967, and helped build the IDF. Growing up in Jerusalem, the story of Zionism was conveyed to Miko by those who lived it.
On September 4th 1997, Miko’s 13-year old niece Smadar was killed in a Hamas suicide attack in Jerusalem. Israeli politicians cynically used her death to call for intensified attacks on Palestinian territories, while the family pleaded for an end to bloodshed. This event blew Miko’s world apart and set him on a path that would challenge his most deeply held beliefs.
This documentary explores Miko’s transformation, his activism, and his vision for a just future in Israel/Palestine. Through interviews, archival footage, and on-the-ground storytelling, this film humanizes the Palestinian struggle and challenges audiences to rethink their assumptions about the conflict. This film comes at a critical moment in the discourse around Israel/Palestine. Those who may be on the fence or uninformed on the subject will find his personal perspective illuminating; someone who has lived their life as a Zionist and now works tirelessly as a Palestinian rights activist.
The Film
We are raising funds to complete a feature-length documentary that chronicles the remarkable ideological journey of Miko Peled.
We are on track to complete the film within six months of securing funding. With all footage captured, your contributions will directly fuel the essential final stages: meticulous color correction to enhance the visual narrative, original music composition to deepen emotional resonance, professional sound editing for clarity and immersion, and securing crucial archival footage licenses. This support isn't just about finishing the film- it's about ensuring The Israeli is as impactful and accessible as possible. Your backing empowers us to craft a polished, powerful documentary that can effectively challenge perspectives and reach wide audiences. Any funds exceeding our goal will be strategically invested in outreach – facilitating film festival submissions, community screenings, translations, and educational resources – guaranteeing Miko's vital story sparks dialogue and reaches hearts and minds g
globally when it's needed most.
Please join us by contributing, following, and sharing this campaign so we can finish this film and tell Miko's story to the world.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Colorist
Costs $2,000
The finishing touch for the visuals of the film. A professional color grade can take a film from good to great.
Archivist
Costs $2,000
Visual research to help us tell the story of the last 100 years in Palestine.
Sound Editing
Costs $5,000
Professional sound design and mixing are critical in order to reach a large audience.
Composer
Costs $5,000
We plan to work with a Palestinian composer to craft a moving musical score for The Israeli that does justice to this compelling story.
Licensing Music & Images
Costs $1,000
To tell this story right we need to license news footage, photography, and other materials that depict the events described in the film.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Jordan Karr-Morse (Director) is the founder of Eyes & Ears Production Company and a co-founder of Softbox Films and in Portland, OR. He has produced work for numerous political campaigns, non-profits, and commercial clients. His short film "The Orphan", which follows Holocaust survivor, 90-year-old-Jacques Bude as he recounts his time in post-war Israel, and why his experience with genocide compelled him to the Palestinian cause has screened internationally and throughout the US. The Israeli is his first feature documentary.
Megan Ward Stevens (Producer) is an award-winning independent filmmaker with many years of experience producing, workshopping and directing new plays. She most recently was the showrunner's assistant for a TBS pilot and currently serves on the board of The McMinnville Short Film Festival.