Culture

Legendary Festigal producer Miki Peled dies at 87

Peled, considered one of the pillars of Israel’s entertainment industry, left behind a remarkable legacy that shaped the childhoods of generations across the country.

AUGUST 24, 2026|ByTZUF TZIMERING

RISA BROOKE OZE at ‘Kat World.’ With ‘Meow York Times Mourns the Demise of Khatmeini’ illustrating propaganda’s strange glamour.

'Kat World:' Artist Risa Brooke Oze turns wartime life in Israel into whiskered, cat-themed satire

Oze’s signature style filters big, uncomfortable themes through a distinctly feminine lens – bright, playful, and unmistakably her own.

AUGUST 23, 2026|ByERICA SCHACHNE

JEWISH AMERICAN mobster Meyer Lansky in ‘Lansky – the Zionist Gangster.’

What to watch in Israel this week: Lansky’s Zionism, E.T. on Disney+, and the James Bond curse

TV Time: A new KAN documentary explores Meyer Lansky’s criminal empire, Jewish identity, and surprising ties to Israel, alongside reviews of new streaming additions including E.T. and Ian Fleming.

AUGUST 22, 2026|ByHANNAH BROWN

A New York Magazine cover reading 'Don't Panic' is displayed on the door of a magazine shop, March 15, 2020

New York Magazine’s ‘Habibi City’ celebrates 'jihad chic,' while pushing Jews out of the picture

MEDIA AFFAIRS: Critique of New York Magazine’s “Habibi City” package argues it ignores Jewish communities while presenting a one-sided Middle East narrative.

AUGUST 21, 2026|ByHANNAH BROWN

Hot summer movies to watch in Israel: 'On Standby' lands well, 'Into the Blue' delivers escapism

TV Time: Israeli dramedy 'On Standby' is the standout, while 'Into the Blue,' 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' 'A Letter to David,' and an Earth, Wind & Fire documentary round out this week's picks.

JULY 25, 2026ByHANNAH BROWN

GITIT FISHER is a revelation in ‘On Standby.’

Italian drama ‘Diamonds’ fails to sparkle - review

The cast is good, but in the end, it’s all a bit cliché, despite the intriguing setting.

JULY 22, 2026ByHANNAH BROWN

‘DIAMONDS’ TELLS a story of Italian costume designers in a movie costume shop set in the 1970s.

A new way to experience Australia: The changing face of local entertainment culture

Beyond its famous landscapes and destinations, Australia is also experiencing a cultural shift in the way people socialize, participate and discover entertainment.

JULY 22, 2026ByIN COOPERATION WITH BUD OZZIE

An atmospheric view of modern Australian leisure culture, combining a relaxed social setting with digital entertainment experiences that reflect the country’s evolving lifestyle.

Moldova: Wine, Jewish heritage and hidden treasures

Moldova is one of Europe's most delightful surprises, blessed with rolling vineyards, picturesque countryside, welcoming cities, and a fascinating blend of cultures.

JULY 21, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS

In need to repair - the funeral hall of the Chisinau Jewish cemetry.

Things for tourists to do in London: A visitor's guide

From historic attractions and renowned museums to bustling food markets, West End shows, and hidden nightlife gems - everything visitors need to know for an unforgettable London experience.

JULY 20, 2026ByIN COOPERATION WITH THOMAS SINCLAIR

Panoramic aerial view of the skyline of London, England, with Tower Bridge, River Thames and City skyscrapers during a colorful sunset.

Jonty Hurwitz brings mind-bending science, art, and optical illusions to Jerusalem

Jonty Hurwitz’s works are sculptures smaller than atoms and images created by cylindrical mirrors.

JULY 19, 2026ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

A microphoto taken by the South-African-born sculptor is a of a flesh-colored surface with a tiny elephant on it. When viewed though a microscope nearby shows it’s a human finger and a tiny pachyterm, which illustrates how tiny it is.

War, boycotts, and shrinking budgets push Israeli culture to the brink

How much of a helping hand do our culture purveyors get from the authorities?

JULY 18, 2026ByBARRY DAVIS

LEGENDARY CULTURAL-CROSSOVER ensemble Bustan Abraham played frequently at adequately funded Confederation House in Jerusalem.

'Gangland' director Vincent Grashaw brings Native American story to Jerusalem Film Festival

Director Vincent Grashaw found the screenplay for ‘Gangland’ online, then worked with Native American advisers and actors to bring its fictional reservation to life.

JULY 18, 2026ByHANNAH BROWN