Culture Heroes

Anat Zeltzer listens in as Yoni Rechter plays and talks, offering a glimpse into the delicate but complex soul behind his delicate but complex music. The film tracks Rechter’s attempt to integrate the discipline and thoroughness of a classical pianist with the freedom and creativity of a jazz and rock and roll artist.

Ori Sivan puts together a self-portrait of Alex Levac, the photographer who never photographed himself, but made an art out of photographing us and our absurd lives.

Sivan Arbel meets with the good-humored pensioner Yair Garbuz, who insists on the right order of precedence when putting on his many hats. He’s a teacher, a humorist, and an academic - but he’s a painter, first and foremost.

The name Zubin Mehta has been synonymous with the Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra for over four decades. This is an intimate and beautiful portrait of the man, the music – and his deep connection to a country where his contribution has been significant and far-reaching.

A versitle and exciting actress, Elkabetz personifies the hard-working international flavor of contemporary Israeli cinema. Elkabetz has appeared in numerous Israeli and international films – both as a director and actor. She is an Ophir Prize winner and continues to be a creative force in the Israeli film world.

Often thought of as the voice of Israel itself, Alberstein has been performing and writing and recording for almost 50 years. Her songs reflect on both her deep Jewish roots and her profound connection to Israel. A true folk singer, Alberstein both comments on and pays tribute to the world around her. Filmmaker Sivan Arbel follows Alberstein as she returns to perform before Israeli audiences after a long absence.