Nov

19 2013

Israeli Film Series

Israeli Film Series Tuesday’s: November 19, December 17, January 21Front Doors open at 7pmMovie at 7:15pmDiscussion to followFree and open to all Enjoy popcorn, Bamba, coffee, hot chocolate, schmoozing, and a lively discussion following the film! Brought to you by the Temple Beth El Kesher Israel Committee. November 19 – Forever Scared (Documentary)Sayed Kashua is a talented and ambitious writer with a top-rated television comedy series. Sayed is a Palestinian Israeli – “a walking, talking oxymoron”. This documentary explores the situation and emotions of a man who feels himself both allied to and alienated from two separate states of being. (52 minutes) December 17 – Inside Jerusalem: Identity and the Ancient Past (Documentary)'Travel back in time on this journey to visit ancient Jerusalem with world class archeologists and biblical scholars who present the facts of history. Hosted and narrated by Israeli model and actress Shani Atias....'(45 minutes) January 21 – Sallah Shabati (Comedy)This sharp, often hilarious satire became the most successful film in Israeli history. Sallah Shabati is about new immigrants to Israel and their difficulties as settlers who have been flown from Yemen to Israel during 'Operation Magic Carpet'. (110 minutes)