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The best of 2025 in Israeli and international cinema
The following lists – which are in no particular order – feature movies that played in theatres in Israel, or that were in several film festivals and then shown on local television.
'Oxygen': Breaking taboos on Israeli mothers who cannot send sons to war - review
Jerusalem Highlights: December 26 – January 1
Israeli American director, screenwriter Amos Poe dies at 76 after battle with cancer
Amanda Seyfried learns about Shaker founder for film ‘The Testament of Ann Lee’
Amanda Seyfried portrays Ann Lee, the 18th-century Shaker movement leader, in The Testament of Ann Lee, exploring her vision of equality and communal living.
Remembering how Rob Reiner shaped modern cinema, through career-defining films and lines
As the tributes have poured in following his death, many who knew him have commented on how nice Rob Reiner was, what a mensch he was, and you can see that in the characters he created.
'Butcher’s Stain' lands Oscars shortlist as Israel shut out of international feature race
Butcher’s Stain is about Samir (Omar Sameer Mahamid), an Arab Israeli working in a supermarket in Tel Aviv, who is accused of tearing down hostage posters in the break room.
Nick Reiner charged with murdering his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner
Reiner could face life without parole or the death penalty if convicted, though “no decision” has been made on whether prosecutors will seek capital punishment.
'Made California a better place': Rob Reiner, Jewish-American actor, director dead at 78
Like the greatest American-Jewish funnymen, Reiner used humor to make light of situations that could have been dark and depressing.
Jewish director Rob Reiner, wife found dead in apartment, police probe apparent homicide
The LAPD homicide division told the US outlet that the two bodies found at the crime scene had wounds consistent to those done with a knife.
Behind the scenes of gritty Israeli drama ‘Girls Like Us’
Girls Like Us tells the story of a neglected teen whose life shifts after forming a bond with a young female soldier, drawing on director Lee Gilat’s South Tel Aviv upbringing.
Jerusalem Highlights: December 12-18
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"Second Wind” Premieres in Tel Aviv: A Triumph of the Human Spirit
Documentary follows five wounded Ukrainian soldiers who overcame devastating injuries to climb Kilimanjaro, inspiring audiences and challenging narratives about Ukraine’s resilience.
Netflix seals $72 billion Warner Bros deal in one of decade’s largest media takeovers
What began as a quiet fact-finding mission turned into a $72 billion blockbuster, as Netflix beat out Paramount and Comcast to clinch Warner Bros’ studios.
Winner of Ophir Award, 'Come closer' opens in the US
Come Closer, a riveting story of love and loss, opened in NY on December 5 and will be shown in LA and other cities from December 12.