Pollard

Programa de TV · Documental · De interés especial

This four-part documentary traces the Jonathan Pollard affair from his early life and recruitment by Israeli intelligence through his delivery of top-secret U.S. information, arrest, and life sentence. The series examines the betrayals, political fallout, and tensions between Israel and the United States before Pollard eventually becomes free after 35 years.

2022 · 53m

Dirección Shani Haziza, Gilad Tocatly

EPISODIO 1

Pollard S1 - A Fateful Meeting

Jonathan Pollard grows up in South Bend, Indiana, where he experiences antisemitism and develops a strong admiration for Israel after the Six Day War. As a young man, he meets Israeli fighter pilot and war hero Aviam Sella. Their chance encounter eventually leads Pollard into espionage and Sella to become his handler.
EPISODIO 2

Pollard S1 - Sleeping with the Enemy

Pollard secretly provides top-secret U.S. intelligence to his Israeli handlers from the home of one handler's wife. She recalls being told to leave the house without knowing why. Rafi Eitan oversees the operation and sees Pollard as a valuable spy, but the operation becomes increasingly unprofessional as Pollard demands more money.
EPISODIO 3

Pollard S1 - Locked Doors

U.S. intelligence officials secretly investigate Pollard after suspecting he is spying for a foreign country. As authorities close in, Anne Pollard makes a series of critical mistakes, and the couple attempts to escape to the Israeli embassy. The plan fails when the embassy gates remain locked.
EPISODIO 4

Pollard S1 - Epitome of Betrayal

The final episode brings together three betrayals: Pollard's betrayal of the U.S., his handlers' betrayal of him, and Israel's betrayal of its ally. The affair strains U.S.-Israel relations, Pollard tells American officials what he knows, and he receives a life sentence before eventually becoming free.

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