Waltz with Bashir is an Israeli animated documentary that explores director Ari Folman's fragmented memories of his service in the 1982 Lebanon War, particularly regarding the Sabra and Shatila massacre. The film premiered at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival and achieved critical acclaim for its innovative approach to blending animation with archival footage. The work is characterized as a 2008 adult animated war documentary film that represents a groundbreaking achievement in mature animated cinema. It garnered widespread recognition for its distinctive visual style and emotional depth, earning numerous international awards including the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film and a nomination for the Academy Award in the same category.