SUMMARY
In 2007, world-renowned street artist Banksy went to Palestine to paint protest graffiti on walls, including a piece depicting an Israeli soldier checking a donkey’s ID in Bethlehem. Some locals took offence at being portrayed as donkeys. A local Palestinian taxi driver and bodybuilder known as “Walid the Beast” decided to cut out the offending graffiti and sell it back to the highest bidder on eBay. What follows is a story of clashing cultures, art, identity, theft, and black market. From art dealers to private collectors and even fellow street artists, everyone has a different take on whether this is theft, preservation, or strictly commerce. Featuring narration by legendary punk pioneer Iggy Pop.