Beyond the Headlines: The Future of Israeli Cinema

A live conversation with leading voices in Israeli cinema

Israel’s film industry is at a critical turning point. Recent developments, including increasing government involvement in cultural funding and creative decision-making, have raised urgent questions about artistic freedom, independence, and the future of open cultural expression.

This live online conversation brings together leading voices from Israel’s film community - filmmakers who are actively engaged in shaping the present and future of Israeli cinema. The discussion will offer an up-to-date snapshot of the industry, grounded in firsthand experience from those working within it today.

The event will take the form of a live Q&A, hosted by Keren Shefet, Producer and Founder of Friends of Israeli Culture (FIC), creating space for open dialogue, critical reflection, and audience questions.

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