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1997 In Israeli Film
In 1997, the Israeli film industry saw the release of several notable films that contributed to the country's cinematic landscape. These films covered a range of themes, including social issues, identity, and the complexities of Israeli life. One of the prominent releases that year was ''Saint Clara'' (''Clara Hakedosha''), directed by Ori Sivan and Ari Folman. Based on the novel ''The Ideas of Saint Clara'' by Czech author Pavel Kohout, the film is set in 1999 and follows a 13-year-old girl, Clara, who possesses supernatural abilities to predict the future. The film explores themes of youth rebellion and the conflict between secularism and mysticism. ''Saint Clara'' received critical acclaim, winning multiple Israeli Film Academy Awards, including Best Film, and gaining international recognition at various film festivals. Another notable release was ''A Matter of Size'' (''Sipur Gadol''), directed by Sharon Maymon and Erez Tadmor. The film presents a comedic yet heartfelt narrati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Matter Of Size
''A Matter of Size'' (, ''Sipur Gadol'', lit: "A Big Story") is a 2009 Israeli Comedy drama, comedy-drama film directed by Sharon Maymon and Erez Tadmor. Plot Herzl Mesika is an obese man who struggles unsuccessfully to lose weight. When he starts a new job in a Japanese restaurant he is introduced to the sport of Sumo wrestling. Herzl decides to use his weight to his advantage by founding Israel's first Sumo wrestling team of four. Cast * Itzik Cohen (actor), Itzik Cohen - Herzl * Dvir Benedek - Aharon * Alon Dahan - Gidi * Shmulik Cohen - Sami * Irit Kaplan - Zehava * Togo Igawa - Kitano * Levana Finkelstein - Mona Mesika * Evelin Hagoel - Geula Awards and nominations The film was nominated for 2009 Ophir Awards in 13 categories an won won three of them: Best Actress ( Irit Kaplan ), Best Supporting Actress ( Levana Finkelstein ), and Costume Design ( ). It was the Audience Award winner at the 2009 Karlovy Vary Film Festival References External links * 2009 fi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Minotaur (1997 Film)
In Greek mythology, the Minotaur (, ''Mīnṓtauros''), also known as Asterion, is a mythical creature portrayed during classical antiquity with the head and tail of a bull and the body of a man or, as described by Roman poet Ovid, a being "part man and part bull". He dwelt at the center of the Labyrinth, which was an elaborate maze-like construction designed by the architect Daedalus and his son Icarus, upon command of King Minos of Crete. According to tradition, every nine years the people of Athens were compelled by King Minos to choose fourteen young noble citizens (seven men and seven women) to be offered as sacrificial victims to the Minotaur in retribution for the death of Minos's son Androgeos. The Minotaur was eventually slain by the Athenian hero Theseus, who managed to navigate the labyrinth with the help of a thread offered to him by the King's daughter, Ariadne. Etymology The word "Minotaur" derives from the Ancient Greek a compound of the name (Minos) and the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Afula Express
''Pick a Card'', also known as Afula Express (), is a 1997 Israeli romantic comedy drama film directed by Julie Shles. It stars Zvika Hadar, Esti Zakheim, and Aryeh Moskona. Critically acclaimed, it won the Ophir Award for Best Film. The film was selected as the Israeli entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 70th Academy Awards, but was not accepted as a nominee.Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences The movie focuses on aspiring magician David, whose girlfriend Batya wants him to concentrate more on their relationship. David joins up with Romanian immigrant Shimon, hoping that the two of them can form a magic act. Plot summary David (Zvika Hadar) and Batya (Esti Zakheim), a couple from Afula, move to Tel Aviv in order to fulfill David's childhood dream of becoming a magician (now he works as a car electrician). The dream pursuit is interrupted, Batya starts supporting the two of them as a cashier in a supermarket and David accompani ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dafna Rechter
Dafna Rechter (; born 15 July 1965) is an Israeli actress and singer. She is a two-time winner of the Ophir Award for Best Actress. Biography Dafna Rechter is the daughter of architect Yaakov Rechter and actress Hanna Meron. She is the sister of architect Amnon Rechter and logician Ofra Rechter, as well as the half-sister of musician Yoni Rechter Yoni Rechter (; born 18 November 1951) is an Israeli musician, composer, pianist, arranger and singer. Biography Yonatan (Yoni) Rechter was born in Tel Aviv, Israel. He is the son of Israeli architect Ya'akov Rechter and stepson of Israeli actr ... and illustrator Michal Levit from her father's first marriage. Rechter is a vegan and known for her contribution to the struggle for animal rights. She is divorced and has one child, born in 1996. Rechter has spoken openly about her complex relationship with mother. Filmography * Beyond the Sea * Urban Feel References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Rechter, Dafna 1965 births ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amit Hecht
Amit is a Hindu and Jewish given name and a Jewish surname. In Hindi, Amit (, means "infinite" or "boundless", ) originates from the Sanskrit word ' (अमित:), ' (अमित:) essentially is the negation of ' (मित), which means "to measure". In Hebrew, Amit () means "friend", "colleague", ״peer”, or "member of the organization". The word appears in the Bible twelve times, mostly in Leviticus. Though traditionally a common male name, it is being increasingly used as a female name in Israel. Nevertheless, it is still among the most popular names given to Jewish boys in Israel. Given name * Amit Behl (born 1955), Indian television actor * Amit Singh Bakshi (1925–2024), Indian hockey player * Amit Bhadana (born 1994), Indian comedy YouTuber * Amit Sharma (other), multiple people * Amit Chaudhuri (born 1962), Indian novelist, poet, essayist, literary critic, editor, singer and music composer * Amit Kumar Dahiya (born 1993), Indian wrestler, 2020 Olympic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beep (film)
Beep may refer to: Science and technology * Beep (sound), a single tone onomatopoeia, generally made by a computer or a machine * BEEP, a network protocol framework * Beep (locomotive), a locomotive built in 1970 * Beep (smart card), contactless card payment scheme in the Philippines initially intended for use in railway stations and some buses. Entertainment * ''Beep'' (short story), a 1954 novelette by James Blish * "Beep" (The Pussycat Dolls song), a 2006 song performed by the Pussycat Dolls * " Beep!!", a 2011 song performed by Superfly * "Beep" (Bobby Valentino song), a 2008 song performed by Bobby Valentino * "Beep", a 2022 song performed by M.I.A. from '' Mata'' * ''Beep'' (video game), a 2011 2D-platforming action and adventure game by Big Fat Alien * "Beep" (''Not Going Out''), a 2023 television episode * '' Beep: A Documentary History of Game Sound'', a 2016 documentary by Karen Collins * ''Gemaga'', a Japanese video game magazine once known as ''Beep'' Other ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shira Geffen
Shira Geffen (; born April 23, 1971) is an Israeli actress, screenwriter, film director and children's book writer. Biography Shira Geffen was born in 1971. Her father, Yehonatan Geffen, was an author.Jordan HoffmanShira Geffen doesn’t care if you call her anti-Israeli ''The Times of Israel'', July 19, 2014 Her brother, Aviv Geffen, is a singer. She was also the niece of film director Assi Dayan. She is married to Israeli author Etgar Keret. They have one son. Acting and directing career She has acted in a television series, ''BeTipul'', and in films. She has also written and directed two films, ''Jellyfish'', and '' Self Made''. ''Jellyfish'' was written by her and directed by her husband; it won the Camera d'Or at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival. In 2014, she directed ''Self Made'', also known as ''Boreg'' in Israel. It was presented at the Cannes Film Festival and at the Jerusalem Film Festival. Views and opinions At the 2014 Jerusalem Film Festival, she wrote a letter calling ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Assi Dayan
Assaf "Assi" Dayan (; 23 November 1945 – 1 May 2014) was an Israeli film director, actor, screenwriter, and producer. Life Dayan was the youngest son of Israeli general and defense minister Moshe Dayan and peace activist Ruth Dayan (née Schwartz). He had two siblings: politician and author Yael Dayan, born 1939, and sculptor Ehud (Udi) Dayan, born 1942.IMDb bio Assi Dayan Retrieved 2011-09-23 After military service and studying philosophy and English literature at Hebrew University, Dayan embarked on a career as film actor, which eventually also led to directing. He was married and divorced four times and had four children. His first marriage was to Aharona Melkind, with whom he had a daughter, Amalia and a son, Avner. His second wife was actress Caroline Langford, daughter of [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mar Baum
Mar, mar or MAR may refer to: Culture * Mar (title), or Mor, an honorific in Syriac * Earl of Mar, an earldom in Scotland * Mar., an abbreviation for March, the third month of the year in the Gregorian calendar * Biblical abbreviation for the Gospel of Mark Places * Mar (Scottish province), now known as Marr, a region of Aberdeenshire * Mesoamerican region, an economic region * Mar, Isfahan, a village in Iran * Mar, Markazi, a village in Iran * Mar, Russia, in the Sakha Republic * Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a ridge on the floor of the Atlantic Ocean People * Mar (surname), a Chinese and Scottish surname (including a list of people with the surname) * Mar (singer), former name of MAA (born 1986), Japanese singer * Mar Abhai, a saint of the Syriac Orthodox Church * Mar Amongo (1936–2005), a Filipino illustrator * Mar Cambrollé (born 1957), Spanish trans rights activist * Mar Roxas (born 1957), Filipino politician Other uses * ''MÄR'' (''Marchen Awakens Romance''), a 2003 J ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thriller (genre)
Thriller is a genre of fiction with numerous, often overlapping, subgenres, including crime fiction, crime, horror fiction, horror, and detective fiction. Thrillers are characterized and defined by the mood (psychology), moods they elicit, giving their audiences heightened feelings of suspense, Psychomotor agitation, excitement, Surprise (emotion), surprise, anticipation (emotion), anticipation and anxiety. This genre is well suited to Thriller film, film and television. A thriller generally keeps its audience on the "edge of their seats" as the plot builds towards a climax (narrative), climax. The cover-up of important information is a common element. Literary devices such as red herrings, plot twists, unreliable narrators, and cliffhangers are used extensively. A thriller is often a villain-driven plot, whereby they present obstacles that the protagonist or hero must overcome. Roots of the genre date back hundreds of years, but it began to develop as a distinct style in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romance Film
Romance films involve romantic love stories recorded in visual media for broadcast in theatres or on television that focus on passion (emotion), passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters. Typically their journey through dating, courtship or marriage, marriage is featured. These films focus on the search for romantic love as the main plot focus. Occasionally, romance lovers face obstacles such as finances, physical illness, various forms of discrimination, psychological restraints, or family resistance. As in all quite strong, deep, and close romantic relationships, the tensions of day-to-day life, temptations (of infidelity), and differences in compatibility enter into the plots of romantic films. Romantic films often explore the essential themes of love at first sight, young and mature love, unrequited love, obsession, sentimental love, Spirituality, spiritual love, forbidden love, platonic love, sexual and passionate love, sacrificial ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Georges Corraface
Georges Corraface (, ''Giórgos Chorafás''; born December 7, 1952, in Paris, France) is a French actor of Greek descent. He performed in film and television, following many years in French theatre, notably as a member of the International Center for Theatre Research under the direction of Peter Brook in the Peter Brook Company. His notable film credits include '' To Tama'', '' Escape from L.A.'', ''La Pasión Turca'', ''Vive La Mariée'', ''Impromptu'', ''Christopher Columbus'', '' A Touch of Spice'', and a feature film debut in ''The Mahabharata''. His most popular television appearances include ''La Bicyclette Bleue'', '' L'Été Rouge'' in France, ''The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles'' in the USA and '' Drifting Cities'' in Greece. Biography Georges Corraface is the son of the Greek symphonic and opera conductor, and violinist, Dimitri Chorafas, Cephalonian descendant of the Neapolitan Carafa family. His multi-cultural background enables him to work in French, Greek, English, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
