Israeli movie
Israeli films, TV series that got our vote
Ahead of this week’s election, immerse yourself in these political dramas and comedies.
‘The Escape’ makes its debut, ‘Shalom’ enchants - review
Retired Israeli theater, film star Yossi Pollak dies aged 81
Moshe Rosenthal’s ‘Tell Me Everything’ brings a powerful coming-of-age story to Israeli theaters
Israeli animated short 'Two Robots' film wins award at San Francisco sci-fi festival
The animated short by Israeli director Eyal Padan will be screened on September 13 at the Marina Theatre in San Francisco as part of the festival.
Israeli film about October 7 selected for Toronto International Film Festival despite boycott
The inclusion of this film is a significant step in breaking through an unofficial but real international boycott of Israeli cinema.
Jerusalem Film Festival announces international lineup featuring award winners, cult classics
The international lineup, which includes feature films, documentaries, animated films, and experimental works, will be screened in the Jerusalem Cinematheque and at Lev Smadar.
Movie theaters reopening across the country, just in time for Passover vacation - review
The theaters are operating with the approval of the Home Front Command, which mandates that there must be protection nearby for everyone.
Israeli architects honor Lebanese soldiers in new feature film ‘Monument’ - review
A powerful true story about Israel and Lebanon shines through despite some uneven dialogue.
'A Burning Man' tells the moving story of a father’s dilemma about his soldier son
No matter where you stand on the political spectrum, there is no parent of a child in the army who hasn’t felt the fear portrayed in the film at one time or another.
'Butcher’s Stain' lands Oscars shortlist as Israel shut out of international feature race
Butcher’s Stain is about Samir (Omar Sameer Mahamid), an Arab Israeli working in a supermarket in Tel Aviv, who is accused of tearing down hostage posters in the break room.
Winner of Ophir Award, 'Come closer' opens in the US
Come Closer, a riveting story of love and loss, opened in NY on December 5 and will be shown in LA and other cities from December 12.
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.
Tom Nesher’s Ophir Award-winning and Israeli Oscars selection, 'Come Closer,' to open in US
It also won Ophir Awards for Best Director, Best Actress (Lia Elalouf), and Best Editing (Shauly Melamed). Nesher was named one of Variety’s Directors to Watch in 2025.
