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'The Encampments' Documentary On Gaza War Protests At Columbia University Sets Milestone For New Indie Label - Specialty Box Office


Published on 2025-03-30 18:44:18 - Deadline
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  • The Encampments has turned out looks like the highest per-screen average opening for a documentary with an anticipated $80k+ and sold-out screenings at an exclusive run at the Angelika Film Center in New York.

The article discusses the documentary "The Encampments," which focuses on the pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University during the Gaza war. This film marks a significant milestone for the new indie label, DCTV, as it has become the company's first theatrical release. Directed by Lewis Wallace, the documentary captures the atmosphere and events of the protests, providing an in-depth look at the student activism, the university's response, and the broader implications of the conflict. The film has been well-received, gaining attention for its timely subject matter and its contribution to the discourse on freedom of speech, activism, and the Israel-Palestine conflict. It has also performed notably at the specialty box office, indicating a growing interest in documentaries that tackle current socio-political issues.

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