The documentary NAZA, which won a special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival, opened at number one in Italy, surpassing the re‑release of Avengers: Endgame Encore. This first theatrical outing after its Venice premiere marks a rare moment when a politically charged documentary tops the domestic box office over a major Hollywood blockbuster.

Shot at night on rooftops, NAZA follows the conflict in Gaza, offering a stark visual narrative that earned it recognition at Venice’s prestigious juried competition. The film’s success demonstrates the Italian audience’s willingness to engage with contemporary geopolitical subjects, even when competing against a high‑profile, familiar franchise.

The achievement is notable because Avengers: Endgame Encore is a re‑release of a 2019 blockbuster that had already enjoyed extensive theatrical exposure. That a new documentary could eclipse such a film indicates a shift in audience priorities, suggesting that timely, socially relevant content can command significant box‑office pull in Italy.

Looking ahead, the success of NAZA may encourage distributors to give greater visibility to documentaries in the Italian market, and could inspire filmmakers to tackle urgent global issues with confidence that such work will resonate with viewers. The film’s continued run will likely influence how future documentary projects are marketed and released in the region.