Film production in Israel is some of the most critically acclaimed cinema in the world, gaining attention both locally and globally. Film in Israel refers not only to cinema, but also to television production with many Israeli series appearing on popular streaming networks like Netflix. Film in Israel is developed through many schools, and a variety of film festivals which focus on both Israeli culture and life. From documentaries to animated films, comedies, dramas and much more, film in Israel is creative, innovative and groundbreaking, often focusing on difficult political issues, racial and religious challenges and the complexities of life in the Middle East. Here are some of the Film in Israel events happening in various cities, showcasing the talented work of the film industry in Israel.

Film in Israel
Film in Israel

Things to do in Israel in November 2023
November in Israel marks the beginning of Israel’s mild winter season, but by no means the end of the cultural season, with November featuring an amazing array of events and things to do. From the northern hills of the Galilee to the southern sands of the Negev, Israel will be alive this November. Here are... Read More
TLVFest: The Tel Aviv International LGBTQ Film Festival in Tel Aviv, Israel: October 27-November 5, 2022
The International LGBTQ Film Festival will be held on October 27-November 5, 2022 at the Tel Aviv Cinematheque. During the ten days of the festival, a variety of films are screened which do not receive mainstream distribution in Israel. The festival also holds workshops and special projects with filmmakers from Israel and abroad. The festival... Read More
Haifa International Film Festival: October 8-17, 2022
The Haifa International Film Festival was the first international film festival in Israel and still takes place every year in the city of Haifa. The 2022 Haifa International Film Festival is now at its 38th edition and will take place between October 8-17. Ever since the first event in 1983, the Haifa Film Festival has grown in... Read More
Jewish Film Festival in Jerusalem, Israel: December 17-22, 2022
The Jewish Film Festival returns to the Jerusalem Cinematheque this year for its annual run. The festival explores a range of topics relating to issues of Jewish identity and faith. The relationship between Judaism and other world religions is portrayed in the films through art, culture, philosophy, and music. The festival also explores the different... Read More
The Mitzpe Ramon Film Festival in Mitzpe Ramon, Israel. August 23-26, 2022
An indie film festival, The Mitzpe Ramon Film Festival will take place from August 23-26,2022. It combines two of Israel’s best assets: beautiful views and innovation. The Mitzpe Ramon Film Festival was first established in 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 outbreak, as a way to cope with the new reality. This will be... Read More
Docaviv Film Festival, Tel Aviv. May 11 – May 20 2023.
The Docaviv Film Festival is Israel’s main film festival solely featuring documentary cinema. It is also Tel Aviv’s largest film festival and takes place for ten days each year in May. Docaviv features over 80 films from Israel and abroad over its duration, many of which are national premiers, as well as hosting a huge... Read More
EPOS International Art Film Festival, Tel Aviv. July 1, 2022.
EPOS, The International Art Film Festival, is Israel’s only film art festival, dedicated to encounters between the arts and cinema, taking place every March. The EPOS Festival is based at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, however, sees films simultaneously shown across the country. The festival will feature about fifty films, from Israel and around... Read More
Jaffa Summit Cinema in Jaffa, Israel. August 4-25, 2021.
If you can’t wait to watch your favorite cult classics, but don’t want to miss out on an evening out in Israel – the Jaffa Summit Cinema is the event for you. From August 4-25,2021 you get to watch movies you love under the stars, in front of the most beautiful view in the city... Read More
Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival in Tel Aviv, Israel. June 16 – June 22, 2019
The Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival will take place in Tel Aviv, Israel from June 16-June 22, 2019. One of the biggest festivals to support student films, the Tel Aviv student film festival is one of the most prestigious in the world. Hundreds of films are screened and students are able to showcase their... Read More
Australian Film Festival in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa. February 8-18, 2016
The Australian Film Festival, at its 12th edition, takes place in three locations in Israel: in Tel Aviv, Haifa and Jerusalem Cinematheques. It screens six films and one documentary to present the best of Australia’s film industry. Amongst the films we find: “The Dressmaker” with Kate Winslet, Judy Davis and Liam Hemsworth; “The Daughter” with... Read More
Docaviv Negev Documentary Film Festival. December 22-24, 2015
The second Docaviv Negev Documentary Film Festival will take place in December 2015 in multiple locations in the Negev including: Yeruham, Dimona, Arad, Mitzpe Ramon, and Ramat Hovav. The documentary film festival in the Negev will take place over three days and feature film screenings from Israel and around the world, as well as meetings with filmmakers and more... Read More