Commemorating its 10th anniversary in Lithuania, the Embassy of Israel launches the fifth Israeli film retrospective, offering free screenings of acclaimed features and shorts nationwide.
Free screenings will showcase three award-winning features and three shorts, including "Son" by the late Yahav Winner, tragically killed in the October 7th attack and completed posthumously by his widow. The retrospective begins in Vilnius at Skalvija Cinema from May 6-9.
May 6, 6 PM: "Seven Blessings" (Ayelet Menahemi, 2023, 108 min). A wedding reunion unravels family secrets, forcing a confrontation with past and present. This tragicomic family drama navigates themes of rage, forgiveness, and, of course, food. Awarded 14 international prizes with 10 additional nominations.
May 7, 6 PM: "Here We Are" (Nir Bergman, 2020, 94 min) explores the powerful bond between a father and his autistic son. For 23 years, Aharon has lovingly shielded his autistic son Uri in their own gentle routine. Now facing Uri's potential move to a specialized facility, Aharon impulsively flees with him, questioning if it's Uri who isn't ready, or himself. Featured at Scanorama. Honored with 15 awards and 11 nominations.
May 8, 6 PM: "Art of Waiting" (Erez Tadmor, 2019, 90 min). Thirtysomething couple Tali and Liran's dream of parenthood faces the reality of fertility treatment after repeated unsuccessful attempts. What begins with hope quickly evolves into a dramatic journey. Winner of 1 international award and 8 nominations.
May 9, 6 PM: Experience a diverse collection of internationally recognized short films: Yaniv Segalovich's "An Average Story" (2016, 17 min), Yahav Winner's "The Boy" (2023, 25 min), and Uri Lotan's "Black Slide" (2021, 10 min).
Vilnius
01104 Vilniaus m. sav., Lithuania