The Gatekeepers (2013) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2013 · 101 min · Hebrew

Directed by

Dror Moreh

Starring

Ami Ayalon, Avi Dichter, Avraham Shalom, Carmi Gillon, Yaakov Peri, Yuval Diskin

This insightful documentary features six former leaders of Israel's Shin Bet intelligence agency, offering unprecedented and candid perspectives on the nation’s security challenges. Recalling events from the Six Day War to the present, they examine the difficult decisions and moral dilemmas faced while safeguarding Israel amidst the complexities of the Middle East. The film explores the triumphs and failures of a nation constantly at war, providing a unique look into the minds of those entrusted with its protection.