Film
How the Cinema South Festival has survived and thrived in Sderot for 25 years
After years of rocket fire and the trauma of October 7, Sderot's Cinema South Festival marks its 25th anniversary.
Hard-hitting Ali G is back, leading new group of idiots in 'Ali G: Who Iz I?'
Camille Cottin elevates French family drama 'Out of Love' as it opens in Israeli theaters - review
Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G returns in two-day screening of 'Who Iz I?' amid pushback campaign
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.
Oldest copy of Homer’s Odyssey in book form joins Christopher Nolan's film press tour
The Manchester Odyssey dates back to the third century BCE in Egypt, around the time scrolls went out of fashion and “bound” books became more popular.
Sharon Angelhart's award-winning debut film 'Cuz You're Ugly' hits Israeli theaters
The story of the close, fraught relationship between the sisters and Avigail’s search for a better life brings to mind the phrase “falling through the cracks.”
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.
Italian director brings Meir Shalev's novel to screen despite post-Oct. 7 challenges - interview
First, it’s an adaptation of an acclaimed Israeli novel, Meir Shalev’s The Loves of Judith, and adaptations of contemporary literary novels are rare these days.
After chronicling Jewish history, Oscar-winning filmmaker Richard Trank begins new life in Israel
“Every time she and I came here, there was always a sadness when we knew we had to leave,” Trank said of the country whose story shaped his career.
'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.
Israeli movies balance excitement, sorrow, and war at Jerusalem Film Festival
Through heartbreaking documentaries and dramas, Israeli movies explore the war and the future.
Assaf Machnes's 'Where to?' wins top prize at Jerusalem Film Festival
The festival awarded prizes totaling approximately NIS 1 million across its Israeli and international competitions, as well as its short-film, experimental-film, and industry programs.
What to watch this week: Larry David's new HBO comedy, talking sheep, and Kim Novak
TV Time: Gitit Fisher, Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld, and Hugh Jackman are just a few names to entertain TV watchers this summer in releases like On Standby and The Sheep Detectives.
