Film
What to watch in Israel this week: Classic action movies, and remembering Dolly Parton’s best roles
TV Time: This week’s picks include classic action, a psychological thriller, and some of Dolly Parton’s most memorable screen roles.
Gal Gadot's new thriller, 'Fauda' season 5 and the future of Israeli TV explored
Documentary about civilian casualties in Gaza to premiere at Venice International Film Festival
Sam Spiegel Film Lab to take part in Venice Film Festival, will present 10 projects
French animated short tells story of Jewish swimmer who survived Auschwitz
The film is based on the extraordinary real life of Alfred Nakache, a Jewish athlete whose story of resilience under Nazi persecution has previously been told in two French documentaries.
Berlin International Film Festival winners blast Israel in award speeches, ignore Iran
Abdallah Al-Khatib, who won Best Feature Debut for his film 'Chronicles From the Siege', criticized the German government, saying it was complicit in Israel’s conduct in the war against Hamas.
Over 80 Berlin Film Festival alumni sign open letter urging organizers to take stance on Gaza
The Berlin Film Festival is considered the most political of its peers, Venice and Cannes, and prides itself on showing cinema from underrepresented communities and young talent.
Frederick Wiseman, social institution documentary filmaker, dies at 96
Wiseman directed 45 films and some theatrical productions in France. His experiences of antisemitism greatly influenced his documentary career.
Berlinale head Tricia Tuttle defends jury for refusing to condemn Israel for ‘genocide’
The issue surfaced following the opening press conference, where the International Jury president, director Wim Wenders, said that filmmakers should stay out of politics.
Godfather actor Robert Duvall dies aged 95
Duvall passed away peacefully, aged 95, on Sunday, his family announced on Monday.
Iranian director unveils film confronting Tehran's Evin prison torture
Her film Roya tells the story of a fictional teacher detained in Evin, but it is also deeply personal for Mohammadi, who has been arrested multiple times in Iran on charges of propaganda.
Jerusalem highlights: February 13-19
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
Freed hostages David, Ariel Cunio to attend Berlinale with updated version of 'A Letter to David'
David Cunio and Ariel Cunio were both kidnapped on October 7, 2023 from Kibbutz Nir Oz, where more than a quarter of the approximately 400 residents were either killed or abducted.
From ‘Hairspray’ to ‘South Park,’ composer Marc Shaiman tells a story shaped by Jewish humor
In his new memoir “Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner,” Marc Shaiman reflects on a life shaped by chutzpah, fate, disappointment
