Atlanta Jewish Film Festival: His Own Way: The Cinema of Avi Nesher

One of Israel’s most celebrated filmmakers reflects on his five-decade career, a compelling view of the mélange of his personal life with his artistry. From breakout film The Troupe to iconic titles like Turn Left at the End of the World and The Matchmaker, to recent hits Image of Victory and The Monkey House, Nesher has earned critical and commercial acclaim. This incisive portrait celebrates Nesher’s lasting influence and how his films mirror Israel’s social shifts by exploring identity, culture, and the nation’s evolving spirit. Via movie clips, behind-the-scenes b-roll, and interviews with collaborators, family, scholars, and Nesher himself, he shares the memories, personal stories, and painful losses that shaped his films: a candid glimpse into the inner world of a true auteur.