Culture in Israel

From Lorenz Hart to Mel Brooks: Two Jewish lives now available on Israeli screens

TV TIME: Two movies present a strong contrast in both their subjects and their styles. Blue Moon, about lyricist Lorenz Hart on Apple TV+, and Mel Brooks: The 99-Year-Old Man on HBO Max.

ETHAN HAWKE and Margaret Qualley star in Blue Moon, Richard Linklater’s drama about composer Lorenz Hart.
Artist Tamar Aluf with her exhibit ‘Painting Longing’ in the Jerusalem  Theatre’s Sherover Foyer. Paintings behind her from L, clockwise: ‘Horizon  of a House,’ acrylic (2025); ‘The Fabric of Life’ (2025); ‘Longing’ (2025).

Painting longing: Journey through loss, memory, and renewal

ORPHANED LAND, celebrating 35 years.

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Cameroonian artist honors Jewish ties in 'Indelible' exhibition

Cameroonian artist Maurice Mboa’s 'Indelible' in Tel Aviv showcases soul print engravings exploring identity and spirituality. The exhibition honors his journey and deep connection to Judaism.

 TWO PAINTINGS by Maurice Mboa.

Cinematheque marks 50 years with 'Gone with the Wind' exhibit

The Jerusalem Cinematheque will celebrate its 50th anniversary with an exhibition of restored sketches and designs from 'Gone with the Wind', opening April 1 with a film screening.

 A SKETCH FOR Scarlett O’Hara’s New Orleans gown worn in ‘Gone With the Wind.’

'Trust No One' kicks off with a fast-paced look at espionage and betrayal in Gaza

"The White Lotus" surprises with a Thai version of Israel's classic Eurovision-winning song "A-Ba-Ni-Bi."

 A SCENE FROM ‘Trust No One.’

Bnei Menashe gallery opens in Sderot, showcasing lost tribe’s history

Israel's first Bnei Menashe synagogue initially opened in Sderot in 2015.

 On display at the Bnei Menashe gallery.

Parades, dancers, and superheroes: Israel's children celebrate Purim

IN PICTURES: See the celebration of thousands who gathered across various Israeli cities to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim.

 People wearing costumes celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in Holon, March 14, 2025

New Kaveret documentary brings Israel’s iconic supergroup back to life

Kaveret was brilliant, quirky, playful, funny, exuberant, and musically rich, and it inspired generations of younger performers.

 THE LATTER DAY members of Kaveret and the band in its heyday.

The happiness formula: How Esther transformed celebration forever

Purim’s costumes hold a deeper lesson—seeing beyond disguises to the true essence of people, just as in the Megillah.

 Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

‘Day Trippers’ actress Naama Amit talks to 'Post' on making of movie

It’s a story that brings to mind movies about strangers connecting, such as Lost in Translation and Before Sunrise, which Veronica “Roni” Kedar has said were among her inspirations for Day Trippers.

 NELL BARLOW (left) and Naama Amit in ‘Day Trippers.’

From bondage to freedom: Israeli artist creates obelisk installation in Dubai

The installation has been on display since November as part of an international sculpture exhibition.

 AVNER SHER stands next to his obelisk display

Disturbing documentary exposes physical abuse in ultra-Orthodox schools

Director Meni Philip's powerful film gives a voice to survivors of corporal punishment in haredi educational institutions, revealing how widespread abuse shapes an entire community.

 A SCENE from ‘No Child Spared.’