JSFL is aimed at filmmakers from all over the world that are developing their 1st or 2nd fiction feature film. 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 JSFL is aimed at writers/directors from all over the world who are developing a 1st or 2nd fiction feature film. Projects must be at an advanced stage of development, having a full script, that is a solid, workable draft. If the script writer is not the director, he/she must submit and participate with a director. TARGET PARTICIPANTS JSFL selects a mix of Israeli and international projects, 12 in total. The international projects are by invitation only, while the Israeli projects can apply through an open call. Eligible Lab applicants are writer/directors [1], who are within the process of working on their first or second full-length feature film, and have directed at least two short films or a television drama or documentary film, or an episode in a television series (two from any of the above), whose production has inspired international and/or local attention [2]. The filmmaker states that they possess a script for a full-length feature film, which they wrote or were a full partner in writing; that they possess full copyrights to the script, and possess the ability to develop it independently, or with the assistance of a script writing partner. In the case that a film is submitted by a script writer, who is not a director, the project must be attached to a director, and the director must take part in the Lab as well. Each project must have a producer committed to the project and he/she cannot be the filmmaker him/herself. Eligible producers must have a total length of at least 120 minutes of fiction and/or documentary films and/or series produced by him/her, either screened at an A-list film festival or at the cinema, or broadcast on a sustainable television channel. English is the working language of the JSFL. Candidates must have sufficient fluency and comprehension in the language. _______________________________________ [1] A director who does not serve as the sole scriptwriter of the project is allowed to invite a scriptwriting partner to the Film Lab, upon advance approval by the Film Lab staff. All expenses of the participation of this script writer will be borne by the director or their representative. In the case that a film is submitted by a scriptwriter, who is not a director, the project must be attached to a director, and the director must take part in the Lab as well. All expenses of the participation of this director will be borne by the script writer or his representative. [2] A candidate who has directed only one short fiction which has attracted international attention is eligible to apply to the JSFL. The Lab is entitled to separately examine exceptional cases such as this and other. International projects- materials must be submitted in English. Israeli projects- materials must be submitted in Hebrew, for the submission process only. ELIGIBILITY Participation fee is 1,000 Euro per project. Throughout the entire duration of the Jerusalem based activities, the JSFL will host the JSFL participants from across the world and from Israel, and will provide local transportation, lodging and board (full breakfast; lunch and/or dinner). Participants must pay all air-travel costs for the sessions. This includes the expenses of the producer for the third session. JSFL will cover two nights of lodging for the producer in the final session. In many countries bursaries and scholarships are available for this kind of training. PARTICIPATION FEES The selection process includes 3 stages: 1. Submission of project dossier . Dossier includes: A logline & short synopsis 3-5 page synopsis Director's/writer's statement Link to director's/writer's previous work Biographies and filmographies of all partners and project status. Projects selected for 2nd stage: 2. Submission of full script . Candidates will have approx. 10 days from notification to submission of script, which means script must be ready in advance (at the International projects, in English). Projects selected for 3rd stage: 3. Interviews - Physical Interviews for Israeli projects, and Online Interviews via Skype/Zoom for International projects. Both writer/director & producer must be present in the interview. Selected filmmakers will be informed by the end of October 2023. For more information please check our FAQ or contact: lab@jsfs.co.il SELECTION PROCESS The selection process includes 3 stages: 1. Submission of project dossier . Dossier includes: A logline & short synopsis 3-5 page synopsis Director's/writer's statement Link to director's/writer's previous work Biographies and filmographies of all partners and project status. Projects selected for 2nd stage: 2. Submission of full script . Candidates will have approx. 10 days from notification to submission of script, which means script must be ready in advance (at the International projects, in English). Projects selected for 3rd stage: 3. Interviews - Physical Interviews for Israeli projects, and Online Interviews via Skype/Zoom for International projects. Both writer/director & producer must be present in the interview. Selected filmmakers will be informed by the end of October 2023. For more information please check our FAQ or contact: lab@jsfs.co.il SELECTION PROCESS The Sam Spiegel International Film Lab Grand Production Prize- 35,000-50,000 USD The Sam Spiegel International Film Lab - Emerging Filmmaker Production Award- 15,000-20,000 USD Generously donated by the Beracha Foundation *The Lab holds the rights to change the amount of the prizes. The prizes will be given to the main director/ writer of the film. PRIZES Each edition of the JSFL lasts 7- 8 months over 3 sessions that take place in Jerusalem and/or online. The first session is a 4-6 days session held usually in December on January. The second is a 4-6 day session held usually in April or May, and the final 3–5-day session takes place in July or September. The first two sessions focus on writing: each filmmaker progressing through dialog with the script editor they have been assigned. The producer must attend one online meeting during these sessions. Between these two sessions, and before the final one, an online meeting is scheduled to aid the progression of the writing. The third session revolves around the JSFL pitching event, which takes place each year as part of an international industry event, and introduces the projects to an internationally renowned jury and an audience of influential decision makers including producers, sales agents and festival programmers. The film producers must be present and take part in the pitching. In preparation for the third and final session, the filmmakers are required to produce one scene from the script (not longer than 3 min), which will be screened at the pitching event and will serve to communicate the artistic vision of the director. The scene will also be uploaded to the Lab's website. Ahead of the pitching event filmmakers will receive a short pitching training (courtesy of the Shuster Polakoff Foundation). 15TH EDITION TIMELINE: Session 1 (Jerusalem) - January 24-30, 2027 Session 2 (Online) - May 3-7, 2027 Session 3 - TBD JSFL SCHEDULE 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

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Michal Vinik 13TH EDITION CATALOGUE 13TH EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS MENTORS JURY TEAM LAB FILMS Director: Michal Vinik 2012 Year of lab participation: 1 Lab edition: Country: Israel Producer: Amir Harel & Ayelet Kait Barash (Blush) Trying to escape her tumultuous home life, Naama, 17, indulges in alcohol and drugs, but everything changes when she meets a sexy, free-spirited new girl at school and the two become more than fast friends. Lab edition: San Sebastian Film Festival 2015 Haifa International Film Festival 2015 - Best Screenplay, Best Actor, Best Actress Warsaw Film Festival 2015 Karlovy Vary Film Festival 2016 Chéries-Chéris 2016 - Jury Prize Milan International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival 2016 - Best Film Grand Jury Award Synopsis 2015 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

Laszlo Csuja & Anna Nemes 13TH EDITION CATALOGUE 13TH EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS MENTORS JURY TEAM LAB FILMS Director: Laszlo Csuja, Anna Nemes 2019 Year of lab participation: 8 Lab edition: Country: Hungary Producer: Andras Muhi Gentle Edina, a female bodybuilder is ready to sacrifice everything for the dream she shares with her life partner and trainer Adam: to win the Miss Olympia. The odd love she finds on her way makes her see the difference between her dreams and her true self. Lab edition: Sundance Film Festival 2022 Cleveland International Film Festival 2022 Brussels International Film Festival 2022 - Special Mention Sydney Film Festival 2022 Jerusalem Film Festival 2022 Raindance Film Festival 2022 - Best Debut Feature Dunav Film Fest 2022 - Best Director Synopsis 2022 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

Yehonatan Indursky Yehonatan Indursky Director: 2013 Year of lab participation: 2 Lab edition: Israel Country: Osnat Handelsman-Keren & Talia Kleinhendler Producer: Driver A 'Driver' in the oltra orthodox community takes his daughter on his nightly journey, exposing her to the more questionable members of this pious society in the dark alleys of Bnei Barak they each find, even if for a short moment, their lost childhoods. Synopsis Israeli Film Academy Awards 2017 - Best Costume Design Nominee Festivals & Awards 2017 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

Morgan Simon Morgan Simon Director: 2013 Year of lab participation: 2 Lab edition: France Country: Guillaume Dreyfus Producer: Taste of Ink Charismatic singer of a hard rock band, Vincent, 24, has already tattooed half of his body. With his angel's face and his incandescent gaze, the world belongs to him. But the arrival of a new woman in the life of his father awakens tensions. Vincent no longer intends to retain his anger or his desire. Synopsis San Sebastián Film Festival 2016 - New Directors Award Special Mention Stockholm Film Festival 2016 - Best Actor Rotterdam International Film Festival 2017 Jerusalem Film Festival 2017 Festivals & Awards 2016 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

Good luck to the eight Israeli projects who are embarking on their journey to develop their scripts in the third edition of the Series Lab! Aleeza Chanowitz; Boaz Frankel; Tomer Shushan; Adi Adwan; Bar Cohen and Tohar Sherman-Friedman; Aurit Zamir and Shiri Nevo Fridental; Marc Grey and Nitai Gat; and Rita Borodiyanski. Out of 100 submissions these eight projects were selected to take part in the Series Lab and to work on the development of their series in the local and international market under the guidance of leading industry professionals including Noah Stollman; Keren Margalit; Ossi Nishri; Gal Zaid as well as former HBO drama head David Levine and producer Joe Peracchio. The Lab is generously supported by production company New Mandate Films, producer Gideon Tadmor, The Jerusalem Municipality and The Sam Spiegel Estate Good luck to the eight Israeli projects who are embarking on their journey to develop their scripts in the third edition of the Series Lab! Aleeza Chanowitz; Boaz Frankel; Tomer Shushan; Adi Adwan; Bar Cohen and Tohar Sherman-Friedman; Aurit Zamir and Shiri Nevo Fridental; Marc Grey and Nitai Gat; and Rita Borodiyanski. Out of 100 submissions these eight projects were selected to take part in the Series Lab and to work on the development of their series in the local and international market under the guidance of leading industry professionals including Noah Stollman; Keren Margalit; Ossi Nishri; Gal Zaid as well as former HBO drama head David Levine and producer Joe Peracchio. The Lab is generously supported by production company New Mandate Films, producer Gideon Tadmor, The Jerusalem Municipality and The Sam Spiegel Estate The Third Edition of the Series Lab Launches NEWS ITEM 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 SERIES LAB TEAM NEWS

Borderlines Add a Title Add a Title Send Send Dikla Barkai Producers: Amir Lin , Ori Ravid Borderlines Lab Edition 4 2025 PITCH LOGLINE 4 soldiers—3 men and a woman—face the impossible surrealism of the Gaza war. SYNOPSIS Four soldiers enter the war in Gaza—and the war enters their souls, changing them irreversibly. One will lose his faith, one will lose his life, one will lose her way only to find it again, and the one who entered lost and shattered will find a ray of light within the darkness. In a war zone so close to home, as they shuttle between the battlefield and their homes, the two realities blur until neither feels real. A Jewish legend tells of four rabbis who entered an orchard, a metaphor for delving into Kabbalah's deepest mysteries—one died upon entry, one lost his mind, one abandoned his faith, and one emerged wiser and stronger. Borderlines mirrors this ancient tale, following the four protagonists through the chaotic days of war. Creator Amir Lin enlisted in his 40s, endured profound trauma in Gaza, and witnessed his family back home, disintegrate during the war. From that devastation, Borderlines was born—a different kind of war story, where mundane pains and surreal moments collide. WRITER'S STATEMENT Amir – one of the creators – saw his life falling apart during the Gaza war following October 7th. The series draws inspiration from his experiences. He served roughly 120 days in reserve duty, returning again and again despite mounting personal costs. Borderlines wants to capture something elusive about life in the midst of war. Something primarily mental: Not trauma in the classical sense, but rather a general eclipse - a loss of faith in the normal, the normative, the institutional, and a turn toward the intuitive and non-routine. The series creates a tone simultaneously hyper-realistic and raw, yet touched with surrealism. A world where the psyche of our characters is reflected in reality and vice versa. The constant sensation is one of blurred lines between consciousness and reality. We express this through constant mixing of worlds: real combat in ambushes blended with the protagonist's son's Minecraft battles, where he suffers virtual bullying. The domestic world finds its way into Gaza's heart: a vision of a Bat Mitzvah girl sitting amid wedding hall ruins. The aesthetic trades gray urban combat grit for the hyper-saturated, hallucinogenic palette of a "sunrise set" gone wrong at a rave party. Battlefield dust merges indistinguishably with festival dust. Tanks breathe like massive dystopian art installations, tunnel networks feel like descents into the subconscious. This is a world where authorities have abdicated, where everyone discovers the opposite of what they believed about themselves. Like Ari, a reservist from a religious-Zionist background - a cardiac surgeon who finds himself hauling a generator to save patients in a hospital after his own unit cut the power, knowing some of those patients are likely connected to Hamas. Within a psychological war drama, we create a personal, nuanced tone steeped in the experiences, crises, and insights emerging from friction with this reality. PRODUCER'S STATEMENT Borderlines offers strong international appeal: intimate character drama, genre-bending aesthetics, and themes relevant to audiences navigating their own societal fractures. We have a series bible, and an experienced creative team. We are seeking European co-production partners for this war drama that transcends its Israeli origins to explore universal themes of identity rupture and institutional collapse. We're looking for: • A European production company to co-produce • A European broadcaster or streaming platform • Creative and financial partners who share our vision for bold, visually distinctive storytelling We're open to discussing various co-production models and welcome conversations about how to tailor the project for European markets while maintaining its distinctive voice. LOOKING FOR Co-producers, Broadcasters, Platforms, Private Funds / Banks, Producers Back To Participants HOME SERIES LAB WHO'S WHO MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY ADVISORY BOARD PARTICIPANTS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS FAQ 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

4 acclaimed script editors mentor the JSFL participants: Clare Downs, Jacques Akchoti, Thomas Hailer and Sari Azoulay Turgeman. Sandra Stern Former Lionsgate Television Group Vice Chairman, Sandra Stern is part of a leadership team that has guided Lionsgate Television to unprecedented 25-year growth and a position as the world’s leading independent supplier of premium scripted series to broadcasters and streamers. She is the highest-ranking woman executive in Lionsgate history. Stern’s dealmaking prowess, talent relationships and strategic grasp of the business helped Lionsgate bring to life many series. During her 25-year tenure with Lionsgate Television, her innovative deals with streaming and linear partners alike has led to such iconic series as ״Orange is the New Black״, ״Mad Men״, ״The Studio״, ״Weeds״, ״Nurse Jackie״, ״Nashville״ and many more. Stern played a key role in the acquisition and integration of the global entertainment platform eOne, adding thousands of titles to the Lionsgate library. A graduate of UCLA Law School, Stern is a founding member of their LEAD program and serves on the Board of the Law School’s Ziffren Center, where she also teaches. She was inducted into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame. Ron Leshem Ron Leshem is a TV creator and screenwriter. He created the original “Euphoria” and executive produced HBO’s Emmy-winning adaptation. He is currently creating “Paranoia” for Globo in Brazil. He co-created “Bad Boy” (Hot/Netflix), “No Man’s Land” (Arte/Hulu), “Valley of Tears” (Kan11/HBO Max), “Red Skies” (Reshet/Apple), “Trust No Man” (Keshet/Netflix), and “Traitor” (HOT). His espionage series “The Gordin Cell” (Yes) became NBC’s “Allegiance” and other international adaptations. He co-wrote Oscar-nominated “Beaufort” and Israeli Academy Award-winning “Incitement”. As Keshet’s Head of Content, he commissioned and oversaw “Homeland”, “The A Word”, and other acclaimed series; story-edited “The Baker and the Beauty”. He is also a bestselling author published in 20 languages. Itamar Leopold With over a decade of experience in creative management, Itamar served as Creative Director at Motion Array. He later established the AI Content department at Artlist, where he currently serves as Head of AI Content, leading AI-driven creation and pushing the boundaries of creativity through emerging technologies. PROFESSIONAL GUESTS 2026 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 SERIES LAB WHO'S WHO MENTORS PROFESSIONAL GUESTS JURY ADVISORY BOARD PARTICIPANTS PARTICIPATION APPLICATION RULES & REGULATIONS FAQ

Moods Moods Screenwriter: Shira Porat Producer: Lee Shira , New Generation Productions Language: Hebrew Format: Send PITCHDECK LOGLINE A "Dancing with the Stars" choreographer discovers her mom is homeless, forcing her to blend her glitzy world with messy reality. SYNOPSIS When Daniela, who distanced herself from her mother for the sake of her sanity, discovers she is now homeless, she faces the choice of inviting chaos back into her life. A few years after Daniela (30) deliberately cut ties with her uncontrollable mother Ramona (60), to pursue her dreams as a successful choreographer, her carefully crafted life takes an unexpected turn. On the night of Mickey's marriage proposal, Daniela's doorbell rings, revealing a police officer and the long-lost Ramona. Having lost everything, sold the house and savings, homeless and in dire straits, Ramona has nowhere else to turn. Daniela is forced to bring her into her and Mickey's apartment - to help her rebuild her life. She finds her a job, opens her a bank account, tries to understand what happened to her in the months she was on the street and how she got there. Daniela allows her chaotic mother into her life, disrupting the stability she worked so hard to achieve. As Daniela juggles wedding plans, demanding celebrities from ""Dancing with the stars"" production, and caring for her helpless mother, her once-stable life crumbles. The bond with Mickey weakens, and her dream job teeters on the brink. Surprisingly, her mother's return sparks Daniela's dormant passions and emotions. Daniela finds herself doing things she never dreamt of: Stealing from stores and chasing wild boars in the middle of the night half-naked because her mother can't sleep. She breaks into her childhood home, chases after robbers or innocent people whom her mother suspects have touched her things. She breaks into a random wedding she wasn't invited to and is almost swept away in a stormy affair that will destroy her relationship , supported by her own mother. Through a shared journey, they rediscover each other. Two girls. One of them is a mother and the other a daughter. But it is not clear who is who and when. WRITER'S STATEMENT Ten years ago, I discovered that my mother was living on the streets. For three months, she navigated the challenges of homelessness, showering in beach facilities and sleeping on rooftops, all while keeping this reality hidden from me due to shame and lack of courage. Growing up in an affluent neighborhood with friends from the top decile, the harsh economic truth was unfamiliar and embarrassing. During that year, I learned that my mother had a diagnosed borderline personality structure, revealing that her struggles were not merely perceived subjectively. This revelation led me to view her with greater sympathy. What initially seemed an overwhelming challenge became a pivotal moment that positively shaped my character. Navigating the financial struggles to support my mother fostered independence. Taking charge of her life compelled me to take control of my own. Through this process, my self-esteem strengthened, and I embraced responsibility. Similar to an inexperienced parent faced with caring for a newborn, I found myself with a 65-year-old ""baby"" who wore a coat in August and resisted wearing underwear. My mother is a complex character—unexpected, original, truthful, deceptive, humorous, and at times, challenging. Despite her quirks, she possesses the most generous heart and the keenest mind. I am writing this series with immense love, aiming to touch the hearts of those who watch it. I hope it elicits laughter, evokes emotions, and encourages viewers to approach others with greater understanding. My goal is to challenge preconceived notions of normalcy and insanity, parenting and love. ABOUT THE WRITER PRODUCER'S STATEMENT An 8-episode romantic comedy providing a different, witty, funny, and touching perspective on a between mother-daughter relationship which has been severed due to the mother's mental illness. Mental illness is a common phenomenon that turns families upside down, and we believe that anyone whose family has been challenged, will relate to this human story led by two strong women – a universal story that will draw an international crowd of viewers. This is my 3rd collaboration with the creator Shira Porat, after Embezzlement (for "yes") which sold worldwide, and Motobank which is in development in Reshet and "yes". I think Shira is one of the most talented creators in our industry. She has a fresh and innovative voice, she is dedicated and versatile and I believe this series will be a big success. 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Serhat Karaaslan 13TH EDITION CATALOGUE 13TH EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS MENTORS JURY TEAM LAB FILMS Director: Serhat Karaaslan 2016 Year of lab participation: 5 Lab edition: Country: Turkey Producer: Serkan Cakarer Passed By Censor In the heart of Istanbul's prison, Zakir controls the letters prisoners receive. His average day is spent between the censorship office, his colleagues and his evening writing class. For a writing assignment, he steals a photo from one of the letters, in which appears Selma, an inmate's wife. More than an inspiration, she becomes an obsession for Zakir. Lab edition: Istanbul International Film Festival 2019 - Best Screenplay, Best Editing Karlovy Vary International Film Festival 2019 Singapore International Film Festival 2019 - Best Asian Feature Film Duhok International Film Festival 2019 - Best Director, Best Script Athens Panorama of European Cinema 2019 - Best Film Ankara International Film Festival 2019 - Best Screenplay, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Critics' Award Adana Film Festival 2019 - Best Film Editing Synopsis 2019 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 Real Estate Agent 13TH EDITION CATALOGUE 13TH EDITION PARTICIPANTS AND PROJECTS MENTORS JURY TEAM LAB FILMS The Real Estate Agent Filmmaker Gadi Rimer Producer Harel Ben Melech Production Company Tiarafilms Country Israel Lab Edition 13 , 2025 SCENE PITCH SHORT SYNOPSIS An ambitious real-estate agent falls in love with the remote country house she was asked to sell, and gradually begins to lead a secret, parallel life in it. The place becomes her own private paradise, where she feels calm and free from her stressful career and from her husband, with whom she’s trying to have their first child, without success. When she meets a young Palestinian worker who is renovating the house, her boundaries and values blur even further. Is she, now, who she wanted to be? DIRECTOR’S NOTE “The Real Estate Agent” is a film about a woman – and about a house. About the will to build – and to be rebuilt. About a search for the meaning of the word “home”, which has recently become terribly relevant for our lives in Israel – and for me, personally, since I became a parent myself during these years of war. In this film, the isolated house, or the abandoned orchard, will function as characters - no less than the woman who discovers them. With its own rhythm and minimalist style, the film will stand in contrast to the pace of life in Israel’s harsh, materialistic reality. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER Gadi Rimer graduated with high honors from the Steve Tisch School of Film and Television, Tel-Aviv University. His short student film, “Sooner or Later” (2019), was screened at many film festivals around the world. His independent documentary, “Requiem for a Fish” (2020), was nominated for best short film at the Israeli Documentary Forum competition. His graduation film, “All Those Beginnings” (2022), won a prize for emerging filmmaker at the Tel-Aviv International Student Film Festival. ABOUT THE FILMMAKER PRODUCER Harel Ben Melech Harel Ben Melech is an independent producer, founder of Tiara Films. Her recent work includes ”The Visit” (Cannes, Palm Springs, HollyShorts) and ”The Sun Rises Down Below” (Best Short, Jerusalem FF). Her films and music videos were also screened and won awards at leading festivals such as Cinequest, LEEDS, Aesthetica, MECAL PRO, Miami FF, and were nominated for the Israeli Academy Award. Tiara Films produces short films, music videos and commercials, and is currently developing several debut features supported by international labs and film funds. The company focuses on bold and unique storytelling, emerging voices, and international collaborations. PRODUCTION COMPANY PROFILE ○ Tiara Films / Tel-Aviv ○ +972 526030835 ○ tiarafilmsprod@gmail.com PRODUCTION BUDGET ○ Total budget: 750,000 USD ○ No confirmed budget source yet LANGUAGE Hebrew, Arabic 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