Israeli cinema
Israel’s film industry is thriving - so why can’t it crack the Oscars?
Israel has earned 10 Oscar nominations but never won. Are the Ophir Awards helping choose its strongest contenders?
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Hollywood meets Bnei Brak: Michael Rapaport plays haredi billionaire in 'Matchmaking 3'
Israeli cinematheques mark October 7 with documentaries, memorial screenings
PremiumPremiumFrom live-streamed massacre to cinema: How Israeli filmmakers confront October 7
The Cinema South Festival returns to its Sderot home
After a year of displacement, the festival will return to Sderot and the western Negev from November 6 to 13 for its 24th edition – its first in full format since October 7.
Warner Bros. Discovery joins Paramount in opposing boycott of Israeli film industry
The conglomerate stated that the boycott of Israeli film institutions violates their policies.
Israel's living soundtrack: The Tower of David's exhibit on Yehoram Gaon
A living soundtrack of Israeli culture that offers a profound journey through 70 years of Israeli music, cinema, and the enduring spirit of Jerusalem.
Israeli theaters to screen major films for NIS 10 on Cinema Day
Israeli Cinema Day offers NIS 10 tickets for top films across the country.
'Variety' names Israeli director Tom Nesher among 2025 directors to watch
Tom Nesher was named as a 'Variety' '10 to Watch' for 2025 with Oscar contender 'Come Closer'.
Gal Gadot to star in new thriller 'The Runner'
Gadot will play a lawyer whose son is kidnapped. Her character must run all over London, carrying out demands from a mysterious caller who has taken her child.
'Emilia Perez': From Mexican cartel leader to Tel Aviv's operating table
Emilia Perez tells a colorful story of cartels, gender, and redemption.
Israeli modern classic film ‘Turn Left at the End of the World’ turns 20
The movie was the first Nesher made after returning to Israel following a decade-long stint in Hollywood.
Israeli filmmaker Tom Nesher channels her grief into her new movie ‘Come Closer’
The movie tells the story of Eden (Lia Elalouf), a reckless, troubled young Tel Aviv woman still very attached to her younger brother, Nati (Ido Tako), and her struggle to cope after his death.
Tom Nesher's Come Closer wins the Ophir Award in a ceremony overshadowed by the war
At the Ophir Awards in Tel Aviv, the usually festive event was overshadowed by the war, with winners and presenters honoring the hostages and fallen soldiers while celebrating cinematic achievements.