The Long Journey Home

“The Long Journey Home : The Untold Story of Iraq’s Jews,” produced and directed by David Kahtan, the son of an Iraqi Jew, and edited by Ron Goldman, is a powerful documentary series that explores the rich history, vibrant culture, enduring struggles, profound devastations, and remarkable resilience of the Iraqi Jewish community - the oldest Jewish community in the world. This four-part series spans over 2,600 years, weaving together compelling historical facts, expert commentary, and untold firsthand accounts and testimonies from surviving members of the Iraqi Jewish diaspora and their descendants. Featuring rare archival materials—much of which comes from Iraq—and footage from modern-day Iraq, the series brings this extraordinary story to life with authenticity and depth. It also explores the enduring impact on the descendants of this once-thriving Jewish community. The documentary invites audiences to reflect on profound themes of persecution, exile, identity, social justice, and cultural preservation. It navigates the delicate balance between honouring the memory of a lost homeland and embracing new identities in the diaspora, while grappling with the ongoing challenges of reconciling the past with the present.