BETHLEHEM

Dir. Yuval Adler (99min, Israel/UK/Belgium/Germany, 2013)
In Hebrew and Arabic with English Subtitles
Narrative
DC Premiere

Israel’s entry for Best Foreign Language Film Academy Award, Bethlehem tells the story of the complex relationship between an Israeli Secret Service officer and his teenage Palestinian informant. Shuttling back and forth between conflicting points of view, the film is a raw portrayal of characters torn apart by competing loyalties and impossible moral dilemmas, giving an unparalleled glimpse into the dark and fascinating world of human intelligence.

Winner of six Ophir Awards (Israeli Oscars), including Best Feature and Best Director.