Israel / United States 2024, 80 min, English, Hebrew subtitles

In the safe haven of Colleyville, Texas, on January 15, 2022, Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker and three others find themselves hostages when a stranger disrupts a typical Saturday morning at Congregation Beth Israel Synagogue. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Dani Menkin, this gripping real-life drama unfolds over an 11-hour standoff, testing their resilience and courage in unimaginable ways. This international event captured the world’s attention live on TV and will feature never-before-seen footage from those harrowing 11 hours, providing a unique perspective on the ordeal.

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Screening Schedule:
  • יום ד' 29.05 | 20:30 | Cinematheque 1 | Filmmaker Present
  • שבת 01.06 | 17:00 | Cinematheque 2 | Filmmaker Present

Israeli-Academy-Award-Winning writer-director. His films include 39 Pounds of Love, Is That You?, Dolphin Boy, On the Map, Picture of His Life, and various other films. His film 39 Pounds of Love was sold to HBO. His films have been showcased all around the world.

Production: Dani Menkin, Asaf Shaul
Production Company: Hey Jude Productions, Asfurona
Script & Research: Dani Menkin
Editing: Joe Headrick
Cinematography: David Commerman
Sound Design: Pete Kneser

Source: היי גו'ד הפקות

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