israeli movie

‘Rabbi Capoeira’: A movie mixing ultra-Orthodox and martial arts

The film is showing throughout July and August at theaters in the Lev Cinemas chain and other venues around the country.

Israeli creativity in the limelight with this year's Jerusalem Film Festival lineup

The films illustrate the diversity and professionalism of the Israeli film industry and show that even in a time of war and tragedy, Israeli creators continue to work.

‘Hemda’: Shemi Zarhin's film collapses under the weight of a busy plot

Usually, whether I like a movie or not, I can understand why the director wanted to make it, but here the reasoning eluded me.

'Farewell Column' tells a sadly relevant story

Farewell Column, set about three years ago, tells the story of Karmi, a political columnist who has offended some very thuggish people with a column criticizing the Netanyahu government.

Eitan Green on the making of ‘My Daughter My Love’

The idea for the film was on his mind for several years before he made it, now Green feels that its as good a time as any to release this character-driven dramatic story.

Sundance Film Festival takes on a Jewish theme

Several Sundance panels focused on Jewish and Israeli issues, as well as events held in response to the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and the Israel-Gaza war.

By LAURI DONAHUE
24/01/2024

The Von Erich wrestling brothers, subjects of upcoming film ‘The Iron Claw,’ huge in Israel

The Von Erichs aren’t just legends in the Lone Star state. At one time they were a super heavyweight-sized deal in the Jewish state as well.

By AMI EDEN/JTA
16/12/2023

Why it’s the right time for ‘Running on Sand’

Running on Sand, which opened all over Israel in theaters on Thursday, is exactly what the country needs right now.

'Sand Flakes': An Israeli movie directed by a mother-son duo

While they worked closely together on Sand Flakes, where they are credited as co-directors, the two live very independent lives.

Celebrating the Spirit of Israel in Los Angeles

The city of Los Angeles celebrated Israel’s Independence Day with a special event celebrating the unique spirit of the Jewish State.

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