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September 01, 2006
Update from Israel: Sept 1, 2006
Filming on the border.
We went to the North of Israel on the border of Lebanon yesterday with a cameraman. There is just a fence between the two countries that goes on for miles and miles with a lot of open gates. We just walked into the Lebanese territory. We could clearly see a Lebanese village nearby. We walked into the hills and a man came out of the bushes, asking us what we were doing. We told him we were filming for an American television channel and he let us in. We travelled about and reported on what we saw.
Then we went to an army base in Israel. Usually you need a permit to talk to the soldiers, so when we asked to talk to the guys, they said they had to ask their supervisor. They discovered he wasn't there, so they said "Why not", and talked with us for a little while. We asked them a lot of questions, such as "What do you think about gays in the military" and questions about their lives. They were all so open minded to the questions. They basically responded saying they aren't sure who is or isn't gay, joking, "He could be gay, but he didn't tell me ... I could be gay." They were all laughing together. It was very cute and they were having fun. This happened again when we visited more soldiers in another part of town.
Talking with the soldiers.
Then we went to a place where 12 soldiers were killed by missile only weeks ago on August 6th. It was very emotional and upsetting. The missile explodes to the right and to the left, so anyone in front will not be killed. Soldiers sitting in front of this explosion basically watched their 12 friends die before their eyes. 5 sat to the right and 7 sat to the left. And this was not the only place you saw scenes like this. Everywhere you went you could see a burnt ground.
At the site of the bombing where 12 soldiers died.
We also visited the most bombed areas of Israel and the city of Qiryat Shemona. There were many houses that were hit with nail bombs. They were especially disturbing. These bombs left houses intact, but killed everyone inside, filling them with nails.
The road to the north is extremely beautiful, taking us past Israel's beautiful seas as we drove along. The Galilee, Mediterranean, and the Red and Dead seas all highlight Israel's beautiful landscape. The Galilee is supposed to be the city where Christ walked on water, but you will find many people swimming there now. Even though the area is very beautiful, it's relatively empty. While there, I had one of the best meals of my life at a small restaurant. Our waiter was also very cute, and we asked him his feelings about gays in the military and talked about his life in Israel. He too was open minded to talking about it. He was a 23 yr old beautiful guy who had served as a paratrooper for 4 years. He said he thought that everyone should be in the army to protect Israel, including gay people. He was another example of how tolerant and open the Israeli people are.
Later we travelled through Rosh Pina, the area where many rich Kabbalists come to pray. That's what's attracted Madonna, rumors say she is looking to buy property there. Many superstitious people feel that the area is blessed because over 3,000 rockets were thrown at Israel and not one landed on Rosh Pina. The whole area is very rich like the Hamptons and there are many million dollar homes there. Madonna offered 2 and half million for the place she was interested. The owner said he might sell it to her but hasn't decided yet. Or at least that's the rumor. Anyway, tonight I have my big show in Tel Aviv, and I will be traveling to more parts of Israel to document what is going on here. Have a great Labor Day weekend everyone!
Check out some more of my Israel pics here.
Photos by: Ronen Akerman
Posted by Michael at September 1, 2006 10:50 AM
Comments
As I hope for humanity, I see merciless individuals that have slaughtered beloved Israel and it inconcent people that have died. But the individuals that took actions to speak louder than words against Israel where simply radical individuals. They believed in bloodshed & a cause instead of a simple voice to make progress for all humanity. Some Individuals do not see what michael is bringing to his beloved country, He is bringing them a flame of hope for one night! during a time of darkness that dawned on Israel.
Posted by: Alex at September 2, 2006 04:51 PM
HAWT!
Posted by: JUSTUN at September 3, 2006 06:36 AM
Hi, Lucas!
I was glad to know more about you.
http://gaynews.ru/news/article.php?ID=2544
It is so much exciting to have possibility to know better person when you already know every inch of his body %)))
Интересно, а русский не забыли?
Posted by: Steve at September 3, 2006 05:58 PM
Thank you, Lucas. It is truly a mind opening report. I truly hope you will give us more reports from Israel.
Again - BIG THANK YOU!
Adrian Sanderson
London
Posted by: Adrian Sanderson at September 3, 2006 07:07 PM
Dear Michael,
I was in your show in Israel and I just wanted you to know I appreciate your work. I'm not talking just about your adult industry work (even though I naturally love THAT as well). I read your blog all the time (as I told you) and it amazes me how opinianted and intelligently so you are. I know this all might sound like some groupy talk, but I really mean it seriously. I think that a man like you represents me so much better than many "more qualified" members of my gouvernment do. I know you have no political agenda and you are not trying to actually "represent" anyone, but your words and actions suggest somethng so much more open and liberal and hopeful... it's just wonderful to know that there are people like you out there.
so that's it, more or less...
Hoping to see you here again... and soon!!!
Posted by: Ido at September 3, 2006 08:00 PM
hello Lucas,
Hope you enjoyed your trip here,it s a pity i could not see your show....i will see your films then!
I think you re a great actor....many think so of course and when i heard you were jewish like i am...it was stange , i felt a little intimate with you...two different origins , i mfrench and you are from russia...but the same attraction which lives inside our body...
I believe in God...deeply, in my heart...and i hope He will bless you!
LOVE should be the aim on earth...a hard way...
I chose Israel as my new country of living, perhaps you ll do the same once.
I wanted to write you directly but i m just one jewish guy , anonymous beyond thousands...who d like to exchange with you.
Take care of you
kol tov
marc
Posted by: marc at September 4, 2006 06:13 PM
Dear Michael,
A bit off topic, and I know you are a busy guy & all.. but please, I beg of you to watch this clip:
http://boom-bang-a-bang.blogspot.com/2006/09/boys-from-rescue-me-on-baseball-pitch.html
Sorry because I was laughing so much, I had to put
it on my blog...
It's with reagrds to Mel Gibson issue..
Hope you will watch this,
Have a wonderful time in the Holy Land, and please
keep your great reports coming!!
Adrian Sanderson
London, England
Posted by: Adrian Sanderson at September 4, 2006 07:41 PM
Привет,Майкл(или Андрей..:-))!Мои друзья были на твоем шоу недавно в TLV,я не был там,т.к.они мне не сообщили(:-((),но послали фотки.У тебя потрясающая улыбка!! :-))Все,что ты делаешь для Израиля,не может не вызывать восхищения и можно только гордиться такими евреями с России;удачи тебе,счастья и крепкого здоровья!
Posted by: Alex at September 5, 2006 08:46 AM
hello michael,
i sent you a mail but forgot an important part, im jewish not practicing religion but i know i m from "cohanim", i know it from my father who knows it from his father....so the cohanim can bless people in name of God...and i want to bless you in His Name.AMEN
We have the same age almost(april971)and are like brother of the same people.
take care
marc
Posted by: marc at September 6, 2006 03:58 PM
As a gay film maker who spent his formative years in Isreael I was inspired by your adventures and felt a sense of pride. Keep up your great work.
Toby
P.S. I was a huge fan of Dalida as well (Portofino and Ciao Bambino were favorites-check out http://www.dalida.com/ for a great version of Baisa me mucho
Posted by: Toby Ross at September 7, 2006 03:34 PM