Set against the backdrop of an ongoing occupation, No Other Land is a gripping documentary whose power lies in its simplicity, honesty, and unflinching realism. The film avoids any sense of manipulation or over-dramatization, delivering a genuine portrayal of life in Masafer Yatta, a region in the southern West Bank. Masafer Yatta is home to 12 small villages where families live modest, cooperative lives, raising animals and farming the land. These communities have existed for generations. However, in 1980, Israel declared the area a closed military training zone, initiating decades of demolitions, destruction, and expulsions. Despite this being illegal under international law, the process continues unabated. Occasionally, the locals achieve small victories, such as when a school they built remained open for a few more years after a brief visit by Tony Blair drew media attention. Yet even that school is eventually demolished, leaving children and teachers with just minutes to evacuate. It's just one example among many: homes, chicken coops, and shelters are routinely destroyed, with families left to seek shelter in caves—only to be expelled again. The maltreatment only gets brutal, and although the film features moments of comic relief, the destruction continues: water wells are destroyed, pipes cut, trees uprooted, and chickens scattered. The army deliberatly confiscate electrical generators as well as working tools. Settlers join in the violence, beating and shooting locals in full view of the military, who do nothing to stop them The film is narrated by Basel Adra, a quiet yet determined second-generation activist from the village. Armed only with a camera, Basel documents the everyday struggles of his community under constant threat. Much of his footage captures chaotic scenes of him running from soldiers, settlers, and police, who frequently harass, chase, and arrest him and his family for his activism. Yet, despite the looming presence of the military and settlers, the documentary focuses on the resilience of the villagers, showing their perseverance amidst relentless adversity. Basel is joined by Yuval, an Israeli journalist and activist, and their fragile friendship offers a glimpse of humanity within a fraught situation. While Yuval tries to stay optimistic, Basel’s hope is slowly fading as the harshness of their reality takes its toll. Despite moments of warmth and hospitality, the film ultimately presents a bleak outlook for the future of these communities. No Other Land is a raw depiction of systemic oppression. Knowing about it is one thing, but watching it unfold is a visceral experience. It’s a must-see, offering a gut-wrenching and deeply human portrayal of a community under siege that stays with you long after the credits roll