The epic behind-the-scenes story of the United States' 30-year effort to secure peace in the Middle East.

[6] In January 2020, Sony Pictures Classics acquired distribution rights to the film in North America, Scandinavia, South Africa, the Benelux, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and airlines.

The site's critical consensus reads, "A rare opportunity to look back at history being made, The Human Factor offers an engrossing behind-the-scenes look at efforts to end generations of bloodshed.

"[9] Joe Morgenstern of The Wall Street Journal reviewed the film positively, stating "It's a deeply wise examination of statesmanship and leadership, or their egregious absence; a celebration of compromise as the indispensable element of diplomacy; and a stirring argument for the power of humanity.

"[10] The Hollywood Reporter's Todd McCarthy called the film "A riveting look at a missed opportunity.