Miami Beach’s mayor is moving to evict an independent theater from its city-owned space and cut its funding after it screened “No Other Land,” a documentary about Palestinian displacement in the West Bank. The cinema initially agreed to cancel the screening due to concerns over antisemitic rhetoric, but reversed course to uphold free speech.
The move comes as tensions between pro-Palestinian groups and critics of Israel’s actions escalate. Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner has long been critical of the film, citing its content as “hateful” and “divisive.” However, the theater owner argued that the film is a powerful critique of Israeli policies and serves as an important voice for Palestinian rights.
The eviction attempt has sparked outrage among pro-Palestinian groups and free speech advocates, who see it as a clear attempt to silence dissenting voices. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle for free speech and artistic expression in Miami Beach’s cultural scene.
Source: https://www.haaretz.com/us-news/2025-03-15/ty-article/miami-beach-mayor-moves-to-evict-theater-operator-for-showing-oscar-winner-no-other-land/00000195-9997-d687-abb5-9f9742a50000