Israeli actors

Israeli creators expand their presence in Hollywood

The “Yetzira” project was financed and supported by the Culture Ministry of Israel.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Leading Israeli television creators in Los Angeles
HANNA BIRAKH, Aseel Farhat, Elisha Banai, and Jade Daiches Weeks in ‘Bella,’ a comedy about a rare dove by Jamal Khalaile and Zohar Shachar.

The Israeli movies you won’t see abroad: Films from Israel that aren't shown in other countries

The Venice Film Festival began last week, and the Toronto International Film Festival opened yesterday - only two full-length movies and one short film from Israel will be shown at them this year.

|ByHANNAH BROWN
‘THE BEAR’: Jeremy Allen White (left) with Ayo Edebiri.

Tamam’s triumph, tech unicorns: What to watch in Israel this weekend

The series isn’t only about the successes. It’s also about how the influx of hi-tech money has changed Israel, creating a disconnect between the 1% of tech billionaires and the rest of us.

|ByHANNAH BROWN
Earlier this year, Alon Aboutboul portrayed a Mossad agent in the Yes series, The German.

Leading Israeli actor Alon Aboutboul dies at 60

Alon Aboutboul is survived by his wife, Shir Bilia, and their four children.

|ByHANNAH BROWN

Oscars organization invites four Israelis to join

Virtually everyone who is invited to join the Academy does so, and they can vote for the Oscars, as well as take part in many professional forums and events.

JULY 8, 2019ByHANNAH BROWN
Oscars, Israeli style

'Shaon Horef' winter festival warms Jerusalem

Dancers, klezmer bands, and unique art installations dot the sides streets of Jerusalem for the 8th annual festival series that turns chilly Mondays in February into a winter happening.

FEBRUARY 14, 2019ByBEN BRESKY
Musicians playing the harp and 'hang' instrument perform in downtown Jerusalem at the Shaon Horef festival February 11, 2019

‘Game of Thrones’ actress to star in Israeli horror film

Lena Headey, the English actress best known for portraying the diabolical ruler Cersei Lannister on “Game of Thrones,” is going to star in an Israeli film.

FEBRUARY 12, 2019ByGABE FRIEDMAN/JTA
Cast member Lena Headey attends the premiere for the sixth season of HBO's "Game of Thrones" in Los Angeles April 10, 2016.

Israeli series ‘Harem’ heading for Australia

Australian public broadcaster SBS purchased the 'Reshet' drama based on an imprisoned Israeli cult leader.

FEBRUARY 11, 2019ByAMY SPIRO
A promotional photo for the Reshet series 'Harem.'

Saturday night fever

By Nick Cohn, based on the 1977 movie of that name. Translated by Eli Bijaoui. Choreography by Oz Morag. Directed by Gilad Kimchi Cameri, January 6.

JANUARY 12, 2019ByHELEN KAYE
‘SATURDAY NIGHT Fever’ in Hebrew

Netflix adds a stream of new Israeli content

When Heroes Fly, Shtisel and more are now available with subtitles to users around the globe

JANUARY 10, 2019ByAMY SPIRO
When Heroes Fly Keshet

Several Israel-themed films heading to Sundance

Documentary on Dr. Ruth also set to premiere at festival next year.

NOVEMBER 29, 2018ByAMY SPIRO
Advocate, a joint Israeli, Canadian and Swiss production, will have its world premiere in the World Cinema documentary competition

Ran Danker – not just another pretty face

Actor and model gets serious with the release of his first album

NOVEMBER 17, 2018BySHIRLEY FINKELSTEIN
Ran Danker

CBS boards Israeli show from 'Fauda' writers

"District Y," about police force in Jaffa, will air on Israeli public broadcaster.

OCTOBER 25, 2018ByAMY SPIRO
A scene from season 2 of Fauda

Thirty-three Israeli films for NIS 10 on Israeli Film Day

Israeli Film Day is an initiative of the Culture and Sport Ministry and the Film Industry Association.

OCTOBER 14, 2018ByHANNAH BROWN
Cinema City Jerusalem