Short films and Conversation with Young Filmmakers
Contemporary insights of former religious and observant screenwriters-directors on Judaism and Modern Orthodox society in the 21st century.
From comedy to heartfelt drama, these short films bring to the screen a rebellious search of identity and place by young Jerusalem based filmmakers.
Jerusalem is known for its variety of Jewish and religious identities and communities. How does the storytelling of young filmmakers is influenced by the city?
Conversation with Jerusalem-based filmmakers following the screening
Within Thy Walls | Omer Sharon and Daniela Schnitzer
Friday morning in Jerusalem. A man who hangs signs on the city's walls announcing the Sabbath becomes aware of the mundane lives of the local residents, far different from the familiar image of Jerusalem. | Bezalel Academy of Art and Design | 7 minutes | Animation
Shabbos Kallah | Aleeza Chanowitz
Former Ultra-Orthodox Elka is having a hard time accepting the upcoming marriage of her best friend Daniella. At her "Shabbos Kallah" event, Elka tries to prove everyone that Daniela still needs her. |16 minutes | Fiction | The Sam Spiegel Film and Television School
The Rabbi | Uriah Hertz
Michael is a charismatic and admired rabbi at a Hesder yeshiva in Jerusalem. A revealing confession by Gadi, his favorite student, shakes his familiar and secure world. | 20 minutes | Fiction | The Sam Spiegel Film and Television School
The Gravedigger's Daughter | Shira Gabay
Esther's father was a gravedigger who in his last will and testament left only one significant request: that one of his sons continue with his profession. In this traditional Sephardic North African home, Esther embarks upon a struggle to carry on her father's legacy over the objections of her family and community. | 17 minutes | Fiction | Ma'aleh School for Television, Film and the Arts
Getting Serious | Matan Golomb
A Jerusalem romantic comedy about a moderately orthodox young man who, when he meets the girl of his dreams, pretends to be more religious than he really is. | 20 minutes | Fiction | Ma'aleh School for Television, Film and the Arts