16 Israel Film Academy Awards Nominations
A coming-of-age story about a 12-year-old boy's life-changing discovery is set to premiere in the UK. This Israeli drama has already made waves at Sundance and broken records with its award nominations.

Dir: Moshe Rosenthal
Cast: Ido Tako, Yair Mazor, Assi Cohen, Keren Tzur, Mor Dimri, Neta Orbach, Yuval Segev
109 mins · 2026 · Israel, France, United Kingdom · Hebrew
IMDb 7.5/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 77%
Awards: 1 nomination total
The life of a 12-year-old pop-music-obsessed boy is turned upside down when he discovers a shocking secret about his father, threatening to tear his family apart. Directed by Moshe Rosenthal, this nuanced drama features a talented cast, including Yair Mazor, Ido Tako, and Assi Cohen. The film is a co-production of Israel, France, and the United Kingdom, and has already premiered at Sundance, opening the Jerusalem Film Festival.
With a record-breaking 16 Israel Film Academy Awards nominations, including Best Picture, this film is a sensation of Israeli cinema. It has received impressive scores, including 7.5/10 on IMDb and 77% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film's sensitive portrayal of a difficult topic has clearly resonated with audiences and critics alike.
The film will be screened at the Curzon Canterbury Westgate, Canterbury, on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. This is a unique opportunity to see a powerful and thought-provoking drama on the big screen, and one that is not to be missed by fans of Israeli cinema.
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