‘American Doctor’ Unveils Trailer, Sets Theatrical Release Date; Award-Winning Film Follows U.S. Physicians Who Treated Children Badly Wounded In Gaza
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•Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000
📰 What Happened
The documentary 'American Doctor' — directed by Oscar nominee and Emmy winner Poh Si Teng — has released its trailer and set an August theatrical release date. The film follows three American physicians of different backgrounds who volunteered in besieged Gaza hospitals, treating Palestinian children grievously injured in Israel's bombardment. It will open in New York and Toronto on August 14, expanding to more cities through September.
🔍 The Backstory
'American Doctor' has already won awards on the festival circuit. The film is distributed by Watermelon Pictures and covers one of the most contentious ongoing conflicts. Poh Si Teng is known for her acclaimed documentary work focusing on conflict and human rights.
🎯 Why It Matters
The documentary brings a rare on-the-ground perspective to the Gaza conflict from American medical professionals, potentially reaching audiences who may not engage with traditional war coverage. Its theatrical release amid ongoing debate about Israel-Gaza coverage makes it a culturally significant film.
The documentary 'American Doctor' — directed by Oscar nominee and Emmy winner Poh Si Teng — has released its trailer and set an August theatrical release date. The film follows three American physicians of different backgrounds who volunteered in besieged Gaza hospitals, treating Palestinian children grievously injured in Israel's bombardment. It will open in New York and Toronto on August 14, expanding to more cities through September.
'American Doctor' has already won awards on the festival circuit. The film is distributed by Watermelon Pictures and covers one of the most contentious ongoing conflicts. Poh Si Teng is known for her acclaimed documentary work focusing on conflict and human rights.
The documentary brings a rare on-the-ground perspective to the Gaza conflict from American medical professionals, potentially reaching audiences who may not engage with traditional war coverage. Its theatrical release amid ongoing debate about Israel-Gaza coverage makes it a culturally significant film.