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

Arava Film Festival. November 12-21, 2015
The Arava Film Festival is a unique open air film event which takes place under the stars in the Negev Desert in Southern Israel, near the village of Zuqim. The festival takes place over a week in November and features films focused around a specific theme. In 2015, the Arava Film Festival, will take place between... Read MoreTLVFest Film Festival. May 31-June 9, 2018
The TLVFest Film Festival is now in its 13th year and one of the most important cultural LGBT events in Israel. The Tel Aviv International LGBT Film Festival offers public screenings of films with no Israeli distribution, meetings with local and foreign filmmakers, panel discussions and special events. The 2018 TLVFest will take place... Read More
The Artist Live in Concert. Jerusalem, Israel. July 22, 2014
The Artist Live in Concert, the concert version of the unique box office success, ‘The Artist’ is expected to head to Jerusalem for its Israeli premiere in July 2014. The unique ciné-concert will be conducted by Ernst van Tiel and performed by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. The Artist is a highly successful 2011 French film, iconic because... Read More
Jerusalem Film Festival. July 10-20, 2014
The annual Jerusalem Film Festival screens almost 200 films over the course of a week. The festival takes place at the Jerusalem Cinemateque and showcases the best international feature films, documentary films, movies and shorts, and upcoming Israeli films, dealing with issues of Jewish identity and history, freedom and human rights. In 2014, the Jerusalem Film Festival takes place... Read More