Independence

Everyone can see themselves in the child hero of "Independence", even if their biographies have no point of overlap: that's what happens when a film gathers within it everything beautiful in Israel, and in the same breath easily exceeds the standard. Many, many local cinema icons can only envy Moshe Rosenthal.

With 16 Ophir Award nominations and a successful festival run, the new drama by Moshe Rosenthal brings Assi Cohen back to the big screen after a long absence and presents a shattering and extraordinary family story.

Journalist Asaf Liberman was deeply moved by the Israeli drama "Independence". On his social media, he admitted that he could not hold back his tears during the screening and highly praised the work of director Moshe Rosenthal and actor Asi Cohen.

Yuli Weizman, daughter of Israeli star Michal HaKtanah, opens up about her lifestyle, her investment philosophy regarding jewelry, and why she chose to work a regular retail job despite her family's wealth.

A month before the 37th Ophir Awards, the Israeli Academy of Film and Television has unveiled the nominees. Moshe Rosenthal's "Independence" leads the pack with a historic 16 nominations. The list also includes films that previously competed for an Oscar.