NAZA Timeline: Announcement, Venice, U.S. Release and Streaming Plan
NAZA moved from announcement to festival premiere and international theatrical release in only a few weeks. This timeline tracks the public milestones that matter for people trying to understand when the documentary appeared and when it becomes available to watch.
August 24, 2026 - film announced
The Guardian announced NAZA and its Venice world premiere, naming Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor as directors.
September 10 - Venice premiere
The film premiered in competition at the Venice International Film Festival.
September 12 - Special Jury Prize
NAZA received the Special Jury Prize at Venice.
September 24 - global rollout announced
The Guardian said distributors had been secured in 56 territories and announced the U.S. theatrical schedule and a planned free online release after the theatrical run.
September 26 - North American premiere
NAZA had its North American premiere at the New York Film Festival.
September 30 - U.S. theatrical opening
The U.S. run opened at IFC Center in New York.
October 9 onward - U.S. expansion
The announced plan expands the film to Los Angeles and other U.S. markets before a broader rollout.
Late November - planned free Guardian release
The Guardian announced a free global release on its website after the theatrical run.