film

Jennifer Jason Leigh becomes an advocate for Israel

She is happy to talk about her movies, but her life has changed since October 7, when she felt that she urgently needed to speak out against the antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment.

Israeli movies: A guide for the perplexed

For those who would like to investigate the world of Israeli film but don’t know where to begin, here is some background.

Amy Kronish: Bringing Israeli cinema into the limelight

Jerusalemite of the week: Understanding trends in Israeli cinema with Amy Kronish.

20/07/2024

Tarantino to present ‘The Hateful Eight’ at JFF alongside Jennifer Jason Leigh

Quentin Tarantino returns to the Jerusalem Film Festival after eight years to present "The Hateful Eight" alongside star Jennifer Jason Leigh on July 18.

Student film boycotted in UK over scenes in Israel

Hungarian student Beata Konya's final-year film Threads of Eternity was boycotted at Goldsmiths University Tap Out 2024 student film festival.

Harvey Weinstein under investigation for additional sexual assaults, prosecutor says

Weinstein was also sentenced to 16 years following a separate rape trial in California.

By REUTERS
09/07/2024

Mark Ruffalo called out for 'Islamophobia'

Ruffalo criticized the right-wing initiative, Project 2025, which he likened to “the Sharia Law of the 'Christian' crazy people,” in a post on X last week. 

Worth it or a waste of money? We visited Prada's cafe in London

Prada's new London cafe offers Italian-style meals, desserts, and branded pastries in a stylish space. Our experience and verdict on whether it's worth the money.

By YANIV MASHIACH
05/07/2024

Robert Towne, Oscar-winning screenwriter of ‘Chinatown,’ dies at 89

In 1997, Towne received the Screen Laurel Award, the Writers Guild of America’s highest award for screenwriting.

By DENNIS MCLELLAN
04/07/2024

Jerusalem Film Festival to host Jennifer Jason Leigh as guest of honor

The festival, which will include hundreds of new movies from around the world and from Israel, will run at the Jerusalem Cinematheque until July 27. 

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