Tom Nesher 13TH EDITION CATALOGUE 13TH EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS MENTORS JURY TEAM LAB FILMS Director: Tom Nesher 2021 Year of lab participation: 9 Lab edition: Country: Israel Producer: Haim Mecklberg Come Closer When Eden's brother tragically dies, her grief spirals into obsession after discovering his secret girlfriend. A haunting exploration of love, loss and fixation with stunning visuals. Lab edition: Tribeca Film Festival 2024 - Viewpoints Award Jerusalem Film Festival 2024 Thessaloniki International Film Festival 2024 Israeli Film Academy Awards 2024 - Best Film, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Editing Palm Springs International Film Festival 2025 - Directors to Watch Award Cleveland International Film Festival 2025 Seattle International Film Festival 2025 Sydney Film Festival 2025 Synopsis 2024 Year of release: PITCH Trailer HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS Director: Maya Dreifuss 2017 Year of lab participation: 6 Lab edition: Country: Israel Producer: Estee Yacov- Mecklberg Highway 65 Daphna, 41, until recently a promising detective in Tel Aviv, finds herself in small-town Afula, dealing with petty crimes, seeking shade from the heat, and deflecting the intrusive question: "how come you don't have children?". Daphna's world is shaken by the sudden disappearance of Orly Elimeleh, a captivating army widow known for her beauty and rebellious spirit. Soon enough, a troubling question creeps in: why isn't anybody looking for her? Fearing the worst, Daphna will stop at nothing in order to solve the mystery. Lab edition: Reims Pollar Thriller Film Festival 2024 - Grand Prix Jerusalem Film Festival 2024 Synopsis 2024 Year of release: PITCH Trailer HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

Every Step You Take 14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS Every Step You Take Filmmaker: Noa Gusakov Producer: Leah Tonic Production Company: Leah Tonic Country: Israel Language: Hebrew Genre: Coming of Age Lab Edition: 14 , 2026 SCENE PITCH SHORT SYNOPSIS Elinor and Sharona are best friends bound by an intense, codependent bond. When Elinor's mother forces a US relocation to help evade the military draft, the girls refuse to part and decide to do whatever it takes to stay in Israel. Escaping to a desert rave to sabotage the move, Sharona gets in trouble, spiraling their night into high stakes. Meanwhile, their contrasting mothers unite to track them down, forcing Elinor to realize that breaking this bond is her path to freedom. DIRECTOR'S NOTE Standing at the equator between the teenager I was and the mother I am today, I set out to write this intimate coming-of-age dramedy. As a teen, my friends were my anchor, and my mother was the enemy; I constantly searched for a female role model to guide me. Through this film, I capture the raw, physical tension of youth - between an overbearing mother and an intensely codependent best friend - asking whether a tight, suffocating embrace isolates us or keeps us safe. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER Noa Gusakov is an award-winning Israeli film director, screenwriter, and Sam Spiegel Film and TV School graduate. She won the Israeli Academy Award for Best Directing and Writing in a Children’s Series, alongside two nominations for her acclaimed shorts "How to Swim" and "Large Soldier". Her narrative short films have screened and won awards internationally. She is an alumna of prestigious artists' residencies including MacDowell, Yaddo, and Berlinale Talents. "Every Step You Take" is her debut feature film. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER PRODUCER: Leah Tonic Leah Tonic is an Israeli producer with over a decade of experience in independent cinema, specializing in acclaimed auteur-driven productions. Her work includes award-winning films screened at leading international festivals, including Cannes, San Sebastián, Toronto, Palm Springs, and Tribeca. Alongside her producing career, she has served as Project Manager for the Israeli Academy of Film and Television, lectures in production at the Sam Spiegel Film & Television School, and leads major cultural initiatives that connect cinema, education, and social impact. A graduate of the Sam Spiegel School, Leah has received recognition as one of Israel's most influential young changemakers. She is committed to developing bold cinematic voices and supporting original, socially engaged storytelling from script to screen. PRODUCTION COMPANY PROFILE ○ Leah Tonic Productions ○ 5 Dror st, Mitzpe Abirim, Israel ○ leahtonic@gmail.com ○ ⁦+972-507114707 PRODUCTION BUDGET ○ Total budget: 500,000 USD LANGUAGE Hebrew Genre Coming of Age Back To Participants HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

Don’t Forget Flora 14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS Don’t Forget Flora Filmmaker: Yotam Knispel Producer: Harel Ben Melech Production Company: Tiara Films Country: Israel Language: Hebrew Genre: Drama, Comedy Lab Edition: 14 , 2026 SCENE PITCH SHORT SYNOPSIS A wildlife photographer prefers birds to humans, and lives with her beloved husband in an isolated desert camper. When his fading memory erases her, it also exposes his secret: he has a daughter she never knew about. A warm yet troubled comedian. Tracking her ignites an unlikely bond that redefines both women's sense of belonging and obsession. But as she forces herself into a family that isn't hers, she struggles to tell whether she's finally living free - or merely observing life from behind a different lens. DIRECTOR'S NOTE My grandfather had dementia. He disappeared for 3 days. When he was found, it took my grandmother 4 hours to pick him up. I still wonder why. How did she feel before retrieving the man she loved? I'm obsessed with the tension between LOVE vs. SELF. Flora is an honest vessel of my fears: being forgotten and being defined by someone else. Caged by the need to be needed. But through Tami, Flora's lens shifts: from a distant observer who prefers birds, to a participant among humans. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER Yotam Knispel is an Israeli-Polish filmmaker and lecturer. His short films "Love Has Nothing To Do With It" and "Girl With a Fork in a World of Soup" were nominated for Israeli Academy Awards and won multiple awards. He wrote the documentary-animated feature "Kafka's Last Trial" and "Now More Than Ever", co-produced by American comedian Amy Schumer. His other shorts: "Bambina", "Drop", "Fuck Buddies". He won filmmaking grants and residencies in Europe and the USA. "Don't Forget Flora" is his first feature film. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER PRODUCER: Harel Ben Melech Harel Ben Melech is a producer and founder of Tiara Films, a production company working across fiction, documentary, commercials, and music videos. The company focuses on bold, intimate storytelling by emerging voices, collaborating with leading Israeli artists and international brands. She produced award-winning films including "The Visit" (Cannes Cinéfondation), ״The Sun Rises Down Below" (Jerusalem FF Winner), "The Holiness" (Israeli Academy nominee), "BEA" (Best Performance, Jerusalem FF 2025, Hollyshorts 26), and "While We Stayed Home (Cinequest Winner). Additional credits include the features "Life Without Cover" (Haifa FF 2024), "Nandauri" (JFF 2025), and the series "Pagum" and "Saving the Wildlife" (KAN 11). She is currently in post-production on "Nothing Dies, All Transforms", supported by the Israeli Film Fund, and developing "Don't Forget Flora", supported by national funds and international labs. PRODUCTION COMPANY PROFILE ○ Tiara Films ○ 16 Poria Street, Tel Aviv ○ Tiarafilmsprod@gmail.com ○ +972-526030835 PRODUCTION BUDGET ○ Total budget: 950,000 USD ○ Confirmed budget and source: 17,000 USD (Yehoshua Rabinovich Foundation Development Grant) LANGUAGE Hebrew Genre Drama, Comedy Back To Participants HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

Thicker Than Water 14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS Thicker Than Water Filmmaker: Eléna Weiss Producer: Verena Gräfe-Höft Production Company: Junafilm Country: Germany Language: German, Spanish, English Genre: Drama Lab Edition: 14 , 2026 SCENE PITCH SHORT SYNOPSIS Fiona (14) and her brother Lenn (11) are on a family holiday when their parents suddenly separate. Their mother Thea tells Lenn in detail their father sexually assaulted her. Determined to protect Lenn, Fiona sets out to prove her mother is lying, but Lenn believes Thea, and their bond begins to fracture. When their parents reconcile and the toxic family dynamic closes in again, Fiona lets go of being Lenn’s protector. Only then can the siblings come back together, their bond stronger than ever. DIRECTOR'S NOTE "Thicker Than Water" is an autobiographical story and, at its heart, an ode to siblinghood. While it explores trauma being passed on to the next generation in a very direct way, its tone is shaped by the humor, tenderness, and resilience of Fiona and Lenn's relationship. Fiona must learn to let go of control, and truly listen to her brother, allowing their bond to become a powerful protection against childhood trauma. This is a story of two young survivors that offers hope and empowerment. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER Eléna is a filmmaker with a BA in acting and MA in directing. Her short films "Flick a Cig" and "Of Kisses and Capes" screened at over 50 festivals worldwide and won several awards. She was selected for the stART.up scholarship for young artists and the ATELIER young talent programme by Filmfest Hamburg and Cannes Critics’ Week. Her series "Decibel" was part of Torino Series Lab 2025. She is currently developing her debut feature "Thicker Than Water" with Junafilm and the series "Holy Sh*t" with Letterbox. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER PRODUCER: Verena Gräfe-Höft Junafilm is a highly awarded independent production company. Since its founding in 2009, Junafilm has been developing innovative stories that inspire international audiences and are the result of trusting collaboration with creative minds from around the world. Junafilm’s productions range from feature films & series to international co-productions. With their first feature, "Nothing Bad Can Happen" Junafilm was presented in Cannes (Un Certain Regard, 2013). The film won more than 20 awards and was successfully received at more than 100 festivals. As a former journalist & author, Verena Gräfe-Höft is intensively involved in the development and creative realization of all Junafilm projects. Verena is an EAVE, ACE and Inside Pictures alumna, and was selected by German Films in 2017 as ‘Producer on the Move’. For "Pelican Blood" she won the Producer Award at the 2019 Hamburg Film Festival. PRODUCTION COMPANY PROFILE ○ Junafilm ○ Behringstraße 16b, Hamburg ○ info@junafilm.de , verena@junafilm.de ○ +40-39906567 PRODUCTION BUDGET ○ Total budget: 3,000,000 USD ○ Confirmed budget and source: 60,000 USD (MOIN Filmfund Development Funding; Own Investment) LANGUAGE German, Spanish, English Genre Drama Back To Participants HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

Until You See People 14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS Until You See People Filmmaker: Eilon Bar Tal Producer: Michal Giladi Production Company: Michal Giladi Productions Country: Israel Language: Hebrew, Arabic, English Genre: Drama Lab Edition: 14 , 2026 SCENE PITCH SHORT SYNOPSIS Days into the war with Iran, a missile shatters the windows of the Tel Aviv apartment Noy shares with her husband and their traumatized son. To shield him, the family flees to a house they renovated in the Negev desert with another couple, close friends of theirs. They believe they've found refuge, until Rim, a twelve-year-old girl, appears at their door. When Noy learns that Rim is an orphan who escaped from Gaza, she insists on protecting her. But as the others turn against the girl, Noy must choose between saving her and protecting her own family. DIRECTOR'S NOTE Since October 7, the life I have known has been buried under a relentless avalanche. The very foundations of my world - my identity as an Israeli Jew and the stories I want to tell as a filmmaker, have been fractured and undermined. Through Noy’s journey in ״Until You See People״, I ask whether an individual can still act meaningfully in a reality that dismisses voices of reason and humanity as naïve and delusional. Much like Noy’s own path, making this film is an act of hope and a refusal to look away. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER Eilon Bar Tal is a 29-year-old filmmaker, a graduate of Tel Aviv University Film School.
His debut feature film "Estate", premiered in Mar del Plata Film Festival, received an Israeli Academy nomination and is set for theatrical release in late 2026. 
His short film "Mute" won the best film award at Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival 2021, and in 2024 he directed a documentary series named ״Politics in 90 Minutes״ for Israeli Television. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER PRODUCER: Michal Giladi Michal Giladi is an independent film producer from Tel Aviv. She began her career working across a range of film and television productions, gaining hands-on experience in productions. She has since produced several short films that have screened at international film festivals. Her first feature film as an independent producer, ״Estate״, directed by Eilon Bar-Tal, premiered at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival and is scheduled for theatrical release in Israel. Throughout her career, Michal has worked in collaboration with some of Israel’s leading film production companies. She is currently developing and producing a diverse slate of projects with established filmmakers and emerging voices. Her work focuses on bold, intimate films that explore meaningful social themes through a distinctive artistic language, for local and international audiences. PRODUCTION COMPANY PROFILE ○ Michal Giladi Productions ○ Tel Aviv ○ +972-543385025 PRODUCTION BUDGET ○ Total Budget: 1,050,000 USD LANGUAGE Hebrew, Arabic, English Genre Drama Back To Participants HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

Malik Vitthal 13TH EDITION CATALOGUE 13TH EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS MENTORS JURY TEAM LAB FILMS Director: Malik Vitthal 2012 Year of lab participation: 1 Lab edition: Country: USA Producer: Katherine Fairfax Wright Imperial Dreams A 21-year-old reformed gangster's devotion to his family and his future is put to the test when he is released from prison and returns to his old stomping grounds in Watts, Los Angeles. Lab edition: Sundance Film Festival 2014 New Orleans Film Festival 2014 - Best Narrative Feature Mill Valley Film Festival 2014 - US Cinema Indie Gold Award Los Angeles Pan African Film Festival 2015 - Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature, Special Jury Recognition for Feature Narrative Florida Film Festival 2015 - Grand Jury Award for Best Narrative Feature, Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature Ashland Independent Film Festival 2015 - Best Feature, Varsity Audience Award for Narrative Feature Synopsis 2014 Year of release: PITCH Trailer HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

The Bride The Bride Screenwriter: Adi Adwan Producer: Itai Tamir , Laila Films Language: Arabic, Hebrew Format: 8 Episodes x 48 Minutes Send PITCHDECK LOGLINE In a Druze village where reincarnation shapes fate, investigator Jimmy Falah must solve his mentor's murder and find the mentor's missing 8-year-old granddaughter, uncovering past debts that could end the cycle of rebirth and revenge. SYNOPSIS In a Druze village in northern Israel, investigator Jamal "Jimmy" Falah faces his toughest case when his mentor is murdered and the mentors' granddaughter, Nano, goes missing. Jimmy uncovers family secrets, a violent history, and the belief that Nano is the reincarnation of a murdered bride. As he pieces together the truth, Jimmy confronts the vengeful brother behind the crimes. In a tense showdown, Jimmy chooses forgiveness over revenge, saving Nano and breaking the cycle of reincarnation and vengeance. WRITER'S STATEMENT The series delves into the mysterious Druze community, blending mysticism, tension, and intrigue. As a Druze, I bring authenticity, revealing complexities only an insider can. While reincarnation is central, the series also explores the secretive nature of Druze life—its divisions, gossip, and generational conflicts. The eight episodes, inspired by my experiences, use voice-over monologues to explore each character's past, gradually uncovering their motivations and ties to the narrative, while offering viewers a rare glimpse into a world rarely portrayed on screen. ABOUT THE WRITER A Druze screenwriter, director, and producer known for his work in film and television. His feature film ARABANI is recognized as the first Druze-Israeli film Jerusalem Film Festival award-winner. His 2023 documentary THE THIRD MAN, commissioned by Makan 33 - Israeli Broadcasting Corporation, premiered at the Haifa International Film Festival. Adwan is currently developing a feature film supported by the Israel Film Fund. He also appeared as an actor in the fourth season of FAUDA. PRODUCER'S STATEMENT Adi Adwan, whom I’ve known for nearly 20 years, conceived the idea for the series. We began developing it during our travels up north, searching for locations and further honed it during the workshop. From the beginning, I was drawn to the mystical and religious concepts unfolding within a closed society. The uniqueness of using reincarnation to solve various cases is magical. It's a significant challenge, but Adi's advantage, coming from the Druze community and knowledgeable about its secrets, is immense. We still have a way to go, but the foundations are solid and available starting today. PRODUCER PROFILE Established in 2010 Laila Films is a boutique production company focused on emerging Israeli and international voices, Tamir's filmography, spanning close to fifty feature films, includes Nadav Lapid's Locarno Film Festival award-winner POLICEMAN, Keren Yedaya's Cannes Film Festival Caméra d'Or winner OR, Israel's 2019 Oscar-entry The CAKEMAKER, Dani Rosenberg’s film, OF DOGS AND MEN, Venice 2024, and films by Tsivia Barkai Yaacov, Anat Maltz, Raphael Najadri, and many others. PRODUCTION CONTACT DETAILS itai@laila-films.com +972 54 564 144 Back To Participants HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION 3RD EDITION SERIES CATALOGUE 3RD EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS JURY MENTORS TEAM

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Moshe Rosenthal Moshe Rosenthal Director: 2018 Year of lab participation: 7 Lab edition: Israel Country: Alona Refua Producer: Tell Me Everything In the 1980s, as pop music soars and AIDS spreads, 12-year-old Boaz discovers a shattering truth about his beloved father. Over years, he struggles to mend their fractured relationship and restore their lost connection. Synopsis Sundance Film Festival 2026 Festivals & Awards 2026 Year of release: Trailer IMDb HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION HOME FILM LAB WHO'S WHO MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY SCOUTS AND PITCHING DECISION MAKERS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ

The Time Tunnel of Sex 14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS The Time Tunnel of Sex Filmmaker: Iftach Illouz Producer: Gil Sima Production Company: Sima Films Country: Israel Language: Hebrew Genre: Comedy-Drama Lab Edition: 14 , 2026 SCENE PITCH SHORT SYNOPSIS Robbie, a young gay man struggling with sexual trauma and addiction, steals his parents' TV remote in a desperate cry for help. It is wartime, leaving them unable to watch the news. The next day, his father goes out to buy a new remote and is killed in a terror attack. During the week of mourning - the Shiva - Robbie wrestles with overwhelming guilt, finds unexpected comfort in a renewed closeness with his mother, and is drawn into sexual and emotional encounters that threaten his fragile sobriety. DIRECTOR'S NOTE My film confronts life in Israel and the moral dilemmas it entails, exploring how political trauma is inseparable from personal trauma. I believe our reality can no longer be defined by politicians serving interests or manufactured narratives. Instead, my film is a social and political act that seeks to inspire hope: that life in Israel can be better for everyone if we have the courage to confront our collective or personal wounds and demons, and begin to heal. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER Iftach Illouz is a filmmaker and creative director. His short film "Me After Dark" won Best Student Film at the 39th Haifa International Film Festival and screened at the Center for Contemporary Art, Tel Aviv–Jaffa. He is a recipient of grants from the New Fund for Cinema and Television and the Rabinovich Foundation – Israel Cinema Project. Illouz is the Creative Director of Radical, a nonprofit cultural-political hub, and is currently pursuing an M.F.A. at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER PRODUCER: Gil Sima Gil Sima is an independent film & television producer and media entrepreneur with over a decade of industry experience, including film festival management, programming, and artistic direction. His company, Sima Films, is an independent production company founded in 2015. Productions include: "Tropicana", "Taboo – Amos Guttman", "Concerned Citizen", "Mini DV", "Shalall - A Reel War", "Sight", "Hounds", "Set Me as a Seal", "Girl Talk" and more. These films have screened at A-list festivals such as Sundance, Berlinale, Locarno, Karlovy Vary, Rotterdam, AFI, and BFI. They have been broadcast and streamed on platforms including: HBO, Amazon Prime Video, Fandor, Arte, Canal+, Yes Docu, Channel 8, Kan 11. PRODUCTION COMPANY PROFILE ○ Sima Films ○ Yehuda Halevi 60, Tel Aviv, Israel ○ boshes87@gmail.com ○ +972-525605044 PRODUCTION BUDGET ○ Total budget: 855,000 USD ○ Confirmed budget and source: 23,000 USD (Private Investor) LANGUAGE Hebrew Genre Comedy-Drama Back To Participants HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION

14TH EDITION CATALOGUE 14TH EDITION PROJECTS MENTORS JURY LAB FILMS TEAM PARTNERS Director: Keren Ben Rafael 2015 Year of lab participation: 4 Lab edition: Country: Israel Producer: Caroline Bonmarchand Virgines In Kiryat Yam, small town on the north coast of Israel, everything seems to have stopped. Lana, a rebellious teenager, vowed to fight against resignation and immobilism. She couldn't imagine that the rumor of a mermaid off the coast would wake up her town from its torpidity and give her the possibility to finally live. Lab edition: Tribeca Film Festival 2018 - Best Actress in International Narrative Film Jerusalem Film Festival 2018 - Best Israeli First Film Montenegro Film Festival 2018 - Best Director, Best Actress Synopsis 2018 Year of release: PITCH Trailer HOME TEAM NEWS LABS SERIES LAB PARTICIPANTS MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS SERIES LAB FILM LAB MENTORS JURY DECISION MAKERS SCOUTS AND PITCHING PROFESSIONAL GUESTS PARTICIPANTS & PROJECTS LAB FILMS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS RULES & REGULATIONS FILM FAQ FILM LAB SITE MAP ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT FILM FAQ FAQ PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS PARTICIPANTS OBLIGATIONS PARTICIPATION REGULATION