Yaron Zilberman - "Incitement"

Yaron Zilberman discusses his latest narrative film, "Incitement," which won the 2019 Ophir Award for Best Picture. This compelling narrative explores the events leading up to the assassination of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, as viewed through the perspective of the assassin, Yigal Amir. The film features an outstanding performance by Yehuda Nahari Halevi.

Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis has directed more than a dozen classic films in Israeli cinema, such as "Cup Final," "Lemon Tree," "The Syrian Bride," and "A Borrowed Identity." In a recent discussion, Riklis shares insights about his work, his extensive career, and his latest film, "Spider in the Web," featuring the acclaimed Sir Ben Kingsley.

Dror Moreh, known for his work on 'The Gatekeepers,' discusses his latest documentary, 'The Human Factor.' This film reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how the U.S. came close to achieving peace between Israel and its neighbors over the past 25 years.

Acclaimed Israeli writer and director Nadav Lapid discusses "Ahed’s Knee," a captivating psychodrama that explores the struggles of an Israeli filmmaker fighting for both his freedoms and his mother’s life. Set in a remote desert village where he presents one of his films, this powerful narrative won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.

Filmmaker Daniel Raim explores the documentary "Fiddlers Journey to the Big Screen," which showcases behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with the cast and crew, and more about the creation of the beloved musical film "Fiddler on the Roof."

Documentary filmmaker Dennis Scholl's latest documentary takes viewers on a captivating journey to Miami Beach during the vibrant 1970s and 1980s, seen through the photographic lens of two young photographers.

"Tango Shalom" is a heartfelt family comedy and dance movie that showcases a collaborative filmmaking effort led by the Laniado brothers, Jos and Claudio, along with the Bologna family. This film is not only heart-pumping but also heartwarming, as it explores the deep bonds of family and community, as well as the limits of tolerance and faith. Joining the talented Laniados in this project are Golden Globe nominee Lainie Kazan (known for her role in My Big Fat Greek Wedding), Karina Smirnoff (from Dancing with the Stars), and the film's director, Gabriel Bologna.

Veteran editor and director Manfred Kirchheimer, known for his acclaimed work on "We Were So Beloved" (1987), explores themes of Jewish identity in his insightful film, "My Coffee with Friends."

"Golden Voices" tells the poignant story of two older immigrants making aliyah to Israel in 1990 from the collapsing USSR, as they navigate their journey to find their place within Israeli society. Writer-Director Evgeny Ruman drew on his own experiences as an immigrant to Israel to create this compelling film.

Dana Modan, the creator, writer, and leading actress of the acclaimed series "Significant Other," discusses her award-winning romantic comedic drama. The show revolves around the lives of two lonely neighbors living in an apartment in Tel Aviv.

Keith Thomas and lead actor Dave Davis discuss the innovative Jewish-themed horror movie, "The Vigil." This film, which is inspired by the Jewish ritual of keeping a "vigil" with a corpse overnight, features Yiddish as the primary spoken language, marking a significant first for the horror film genre.

Eric is joined by Sandra Schulberg, the producer of the gripping documentary “Filmmakers for the Prosecution.” This film is adapted from Schulberg’s monograph of the same name and recounts the search for film evidence conducted by her father and uncle, Budd and Stuart Schulberg, to secure convictions against Nazi leaders during the Nuremberg Trials.

Max Lewkowicz discusses his film, "Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles," where he delves into the various manifestations of Sholom Aleichem's timeless "Tevye stories." These stories served as the foundation for the Broadway classic "Fiddler on the Roof," which continues to be performed around the globe in numerous languages.

Director and actor Gur Bentwich, along with actor Alon Aboutboul, engage in a discussion about their dark comedy that explores the life of a neurotic film director. This character's numerous fears and inferiority complex come to light during the suspenseful night of his new film's premiere.

Aviva Kempner has created a diverse array of films, including notable works such as "The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg" and "Yoo Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg." She discusses her filmmaking journey and her latest project, "The Spy Behind Home Plate," which tells the intriguing story of MLB catcher Moe Berg, who served as a spy for the United States during World War II.

Filmmaker Jonathan Gruber, known for his work on 'Follow Me: The Yonatan Netanyahu Story,' discusses his latest documentary, 'Upheaval,' which explores the life of the iconic former Prime Minister of Israel. This film examines Begin's remarkable journey from opposition leader to peacemaker.

Jeremy Newberger shares his exciting adventure in making this documentary film alongside Seth Kramer and Dennis A. Miller. This film explores how Team Israel, which features a roster largely made up of Jewish American Major League players, fought valiantly to reach the finals of the World Baseball Classic held in Japan.

Writer-director Boaz Yehonatan Yacov shares his journey of embracing religion later in life and discusses his directorial debut, "Redemption," which tells the story of a religious rock star making a comeback in the music scene. Yacov received a nomination for the 2019 Israeli Ophir Award for Best Director.

Israeli filmmaker Michal Vinik shares insights about her film ‘Valeria is Getting Married,’ which delves into the complexities of the 'mail-order bride' phenomenon within a modern Israeli context.

The timeless, unbreakable bond between a boy and his faithful dog faces a profound challenge in 1930s Germany, where the Nuremberg Laws prohibit Jews from owning dogs. Writer-Director Lynn Roth, known for The Little Traitor, along with lead actor 'Auggie' Maturo, share insights into their experience of adapting Asher Kravitz's best-selling Israeli novel into a film.