Israeli film
Controversial actor, director Mohammad Bakri dies at 72
Bakri’s triumphs as an actor in films, television, and on stage were eclipsed in later years by a struggle over his 2002 documentary, Jenin, Jenin, about Operation Defensive Shield.
'Butcher’s Stain' lands Oscars shortlist as Israel shut out of international feature race
Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival features story of Polish Jewish teenager who triggered Kristallnacht
Israeli cinema to have global comeback at Sundance 2025 with 'Independence' and SIPUR films
'I'll die as a Zionist': Daniella Pick talks about life in TLV with husband Quentin Tarantino
Tarantino has been quoted as saying, "I love it [in Israel]. If I didn't love it, I wouldn't be there."
Eti Tsicko's Nandauri, far more psychologically complex than its outline indicates - review
Nandauri, named after a Georgian word meaning “The one I long for,” is a dark film that offers a female perspective on escaping her stifling rural village.
Solidarity Film Festival focuses on human rights
For more information, go to the festival website at https://www.solidaritytlveng.org/
Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival features 40+ films exploring Jewish life
The festival will run from December 13 to 18 at the Jerusalem Cinematheque, will feature over 40 movies from 15 countries, and will explore Jewish life in times of uncertainty, as well as stability.
Spirit Festival to help reflect on troubled times
This year, it will present an unusually rich lineup of international and Israeli films that explore the intersection of consciousness, healing, nature, and compassion.
Israel's Joseph Cedar to direct Meryl Streep and Sigourney Weaver in new film 'Useful Idiots'
Cedar’s films have won major prizes at international film festivals, including Cannes and the Berlinale.
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.
‘Happy Place’: A funny and moving new dramedy airing in Israel - review
A new dark comedy, which perhaps should be called a dramedy, is airing on Sundays and Wednesdays on KAN 11.
Wild and wonderful animated films at AniNation
The international animated film festival will return to the Jerusalem Cinematheque for its ninth edition November 4-8.
Samaria Film Festival goes global
The festival begins on November 5, with screenings at 20 locations.
Debra Messing to take part in TLVFest
Messing will take part in the festival’s closing event and will speak to the festival’s founder and director, Yair Hochner, about her strong connection to the LGBT community and her activism.
