Israeli cinematheques commemorate the October 7 attacks with special screenings, featuring documentaries, dramas, and films exploring themes of loss, heroism, and resilience.
American Jewish director Sidney Lumet will be the subject of a tribute in Jerusalem, on what would have been his 100th birthday.
The Jerusalem Cinematheque honors Robin Williams’ legacy with a month-long film series starting August 1. Catch classics like Aladdin and Good Will Hunting on the big screen.
“If funding isn’t allocated to films, in a year or two, there will be no Israeli films being released."
The festival, which will include hundreds of new movies from around the world and from Israel, will run at the Jerusalem Cinematheque until July 27.