Public Affairs Department
The following is a list of selected videos which are available for viewing/loan. To find out more information about how to borrow these and other programs contact your local Israeli embassy or consulate.
Note: Unless otherwise noted, the videos are produced by the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
I. ISRAEL GENERAL
F2833 Millennium in the Holy Land
A series of 30 one-minute clips to be used as "fillers". Through this video one can explore the Holy Land, cradle of Christianity, Judaism and Islam, walk in the footsteps of Jesus and soar over breathtaking landscapes featuring aerial footage of the length and breadth of the country.
Duration: 30 minutes
No narration; captions available in English, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese and French.
Television rights
C2607 Israel - 2000
A profile on Israel, set to music, and presented in a modular format which includes the following segments: Israel - the Land, Israel - the People, Israel - the Legacy, Israel - Culture, Israel - Tourism. No narration. English titles.
Duration: 18 minutes
Television rights
E2708 Children of Independence 1998
A look at Israel's past 50 years through the eyes of several people who were born on the same day as the State of Israel. Composed of archive and current footage as well as personal stories. These people offer the viewer a unique insight into Israel's history and create a link to future generations.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
Television rights
E2714 Israel at 50 - From Vision to Life 1998
A glimpse of events and experiences from Israel's first 50 years of independence viewed through archive footage. This film is presented by decades: The Establishment of the State; '50-'59 Immigration in Turbulent Times; '60-'69 The Threat and the Victory; '70-'79 Changes and Turning Points; '80-'89 Momentum and Accomplishment; '90-'98 The Struggle for Peace. There is also a 45 minute version presented year by year.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
For use within the consulates. No rights for distribution.
B2450 Israel - the Land and its People
A look at Israel, land of contrasts and home to a mosaic of cultures and religions. View the diverse cultures of the land, from a Bedouin market in Beersheba, to a Jewish Yemenite wedding ceremony in Safed. Also see how Israel has overcome agricultural challenges through technological advances.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Television rights
A2234 Kidsnet - the Wonder of Israel
A timeline of the history of Israel for a youthful audience. This dynamic video is prepared in an MTV format and includes topics such as democracy, history, peace, water resources, education and other topics.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use.
A2269 Israel - Your Next Vacation 1994
A tourist film which follows one family's trip to Israel. They discover that Israel offers something for everyone.
Duration: 11 minutes
Available in English, Russian, Spanish, German, French, Polish, Italian, Rumanian, Czech.
Television rights
H906 It Could Only Be Israel
This award winning film takes the viewer on a cross-country tour of Israel's archaeological sites, scenic wonders and vacation retreats.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Swedish, Hungarian, Finnish, Japanese.
Television rights
E2766 50 Years of Impressions 1998
A video marking Israel's 50th year of independence. Comprised of both archive and current footage on the following topics: Aliyah, industry and technology, army, democracy and the peace process.
No narration
Duration: 6 minutes
Non-commercial educational use
F2824 Israel Today - magazine program #1 1999
1. The 19th International Conference of Mayors 2. Soul Children in the Holy Land 3. Holiday of Holidays 4. Planting the Forest of Peace 5. Apple Hill - Playing for Peace 6. Israel - The Land of the Bible 7. Impressions of Israel.
Duration: 35 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian.
Television rights
F2860 Israel Today - Magazine Program #2 2000
1. Eilat's Coral Reef 2. Chihuly at David's Tower 3. Shenkar 4. "Mayumana" 5. Eagles in Israel 6. 18 Artists and One Coffee 7. Tel-Aviv's Architecture 8. Sheva 9. Fifty Years of Israeli Fashion 10. Batsheva Dance Co. 11. Pope John Paul II in Israel.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, Russian.
Television rights
E2797 Magazine Program - Cities and Sites 1999
1. North and South - Eilat and the Hermon 2. The Dead Sea 3. Tourism in the Desert 4. Tel Aviv - The City that Never Stops 5. Akko - 1000 Years of History 6. Neot Kdumim - Spirit of the Season.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
E2798 Magazine Program - Science and Medical Innovations 1999
1. Cancer Treatments 2. Hens and Cows 3. Genetic Cloning 4. Robomow, and a Hospital for Computers 5. Desalination and Drip Irrigation 6. Solar Energy and Colorful Cotton 7. Aging Skin Treatment and Painless Birth.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
Magazine Program - Society and Welfare 1999
1. A Nurturing Environment for the Handicapped 2. The children's channel and Neve Shalom 3. Pilgrim Insoles and Faith in Dollars 4. the mysteries of the Bible 5. Internet at the Western Wall and the Jerusalem syndrome.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
II. HISTORY
D2623 To Realize the Dream 1997
A film dedicated to the pioneers who turned vision into reality, and the Zionist Dream into a State. This history of modern Zionism presents Herzl's vision and shows its fulfillment in modern day Israel. The video is composed of archive footage and narration includes quotes from Herzl's writings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian.
Television rights
E2708 Children of Independence 1998
A look at Israel's past 50 years through the eyes of several people who were born on the same day as the State of Israel. Composed of archive and current footage as well as personal stories. These people offer the viewer a unique insight into Israel's history and create a link to future generations.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
Television rights
E2714 Israel at 50 - From Vision to Life 1998
A glimpse of events and experiences from Israel's first 50 years of independence viewed through archive footage. This film is presented by decades: The Establishment of the State; '50-'59 Immigration in Turbulent Times; '60-'69 The Threat and the Victory; '70-'79 Changes and Turning Points; '80-'89 Momentum and Accomplishment; '90-'98 The Struggle for Peace. There is also a 45 minute version presented year by year.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
For use within the consulates. No rights for distribution.
G2852 Millennia Junction 2000
A film that traverses the five millennia of man's recorded history in the Holy Land.
Duration: 50 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, Russian.
Television rights for Russian and Spanish versions only - in CIS and Latin America.
E2796 Eye Witness - David Rubinger 1999
50 years of the State of Israel, as seen through the eyes of the photographer David Rubinger. In this film, Rubinger returns to the places and people whom he photographed throughout the years.
Duration: 48 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French.
Television rights - except in Europe and the United States
F2848 Israel-Jordan Peace 1999
A video about the relationship between the late Prime Minister Itzhak Rabin and King Hussein, and how these two men achieved peace between their countries.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
F2848 Israel-Jordan Peace 1999
A video about the relationship between the late Prime Minister Itzhak Rabin and King Hussein, and how these two men achieved peace between their countries.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
H733 Follow Me 1989
A stirring documentary on the Six-Day War.
Duration: 90 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
H371 War on Yom Kippur 1973
This film includes newsreel footage from the Yom Kippur War and interviews with key personalities.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
H1772 Herzl 1992
A documentary film on the life and career of the founder of modern Zionism.
Duration: 43 minutes
Available in English.
For educational use. Television rights on request.
H1173 Weizmann 1992
A documentary on the life and career of Israel's first president.
Duration: 58 minutes
Available in English.
For educational use. Television rights on request.
III. JERUSALEM
D2656 Jerusalem - A City Touched by God 1997
This film looks at the colorful history of the Holy City - its many conquerors and rulers and its significance to the three monotheistic religions.
Duration: 28 minutes.
English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German.
Non-commercial educational use
F2811 Jerusalem - Present for Eternity 1999
This tourist film addresses the history of Israel's capital and its importance to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. It takes us from the history of the old city to the modern city beyond the walls, including the many hotels and entertainment options available.
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
Children of the World Draw Jerusalem 3000 1996
This video documents the international competition in which children from all continents of the globe submitted drawings of their interpretation of Jerusalem. Includes footage of children participating abroad, as well as the arrival of the winners in Israel.
Duration: 25 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese.
Television rights
B2424 The Many Faces of Jerusalem 1995
Jerusalem mayor, Ehud Olmert, hosts a tour of Jerusalem - the old and new city - including the Museum of Science, the Biblical Zoo, the Cinematheque and the neighborhood of Yemin Moshe.
Duration: 20 minutes.
Available in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese.
Television rights
A2190 My Beloved Land 1994
A collection of Hebrew songs about Jerusalem, performed by Ruchama Raz, against a backdrop of scenes from the capital.
Duration: 52 minutes
Hebrew with English subtitles
Non-commercial educational use
A1965 Jerusalem - The Magic 1994
A tourist film about Jerusalem, with a look at both the ancient and the modern aspects of the city.
Duration: 12 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
A2279 Jerusalem in Spirit and in Body 1994
A history of Jerusalem as seen through works of art and craft. The film includes interviews with various Israeli artists.
Duration: 12 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Russian.
Television rights
H123 Jerusalem - The Gates of Time 1987
A film on the renovations made in the various quarters of the old city of Jerusalem by the Israeli government since 1967 and attempts to preserve the architecture of the past while meeting the demands of the future. It also includes a history of the city.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French.
Television rights
H109 Back to Jerusalem 1988
A film dedicated to the men who fought in the IDF paratrooper brigade to liberate Jerusalem during the Six-Day War.
Duration: 13 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H1143 If I Forget Thee
This film documents the liberation of eastern Jerusalem during the Six-Day War.
Duration: 12 minutes
Available in English, Spanish.
Non-commercial educational use
A2034 Jerusalem Potpourri 1993
A film about the hidden secrets of modern-day Jerusalem, including the daily life of its inhabitants, culture, nightlife and co-existence.
Duration: 50 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
IV. SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
E2790 Technological Education
A video about Israel's technological industry, how technology is taught in the school system and shared with other countries. (MASHAV)
Duration: 13 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Russian.
Television rights
F2805 Critical Mass 1999
This video presents some of the latest technological innovations being developed at Ben Gurion University of the Negev.
Duration: 7 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
E2798 Magazine Program - Science and Medical Innovations 1999
1. Cancer Treatments 2. Hens and Cows 3. Genetic Cloning 4. Robomow, and a Hospital for Computers 5. Desalination and Drip Irrigation 6. Solar Energy and Colorful Cotton 7. Aging Skin Treatment and Painless Birth.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
Spotlight on Science - Weizmann Institute Magazine
A series of magazine programs composed of several 5 minute segments which highlight the latest scientific developments and discoveries.
F2812 Spotlight on Science #15 1998
1. Weizmann Institute - We Make a Difference - a promo highlighting the institute's many programs including research in the fields of medicine, agriculture, solar energy, ecology, pollution and international cooperation 2. Multiple Sclerosis 3. Solar Energy 4. Agriculture 5. Bone Marrow Transplants.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights
B2428 Advanced Medicine 1995
A magazine program featuring the latest technological developments in the field of medicine. Reports include: New concepts in MRI; New ways to apply laser; Shock wave lithotripters; Beta interferon; Blood substitutes; Diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases; Power drive for the handicapped; Skin bank; Home kidney dialysis; New techniques in cardiology; Ultra rapid detoxification for opiate addicts.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.
Television rights
B2440 Israel: Tomorrow's Technology Today 1995
Israel's hi-tech industries are competing in the world market. In this video, leaders in the American and Israeli markets share their opinions on Israeli technology. Includes representatives from companies such as Digital, Intel and Scitex. (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
A2230 Industrial Cooperation 1993
A film about industrial cooperation between Israel and international companies, including IBM, G.E., Motorola, McDonell Douglas and others. (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese
Television rights
C2579 The Quest for Intelligent Life
A look at Israel's latest hi-tech accomplishments from computer and software engineering, to medical innovations. (Israel Export Industries)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
C2578 Listen to the Heartbeat of Israel
A look at Israel's latest medical technology. (Israel Export Industries)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
3156 e-4 all 2004
Technology for Human Empowerment
Duration: 7:17 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
V. ARCHAEOLOGY
B2381 The Missing Piece 1995
This video takes an in-depth look at archaeology in Israel - in particular the projects supervised by the Israel Antiquities Authority. Includes visits to archaeological sites ranging from Beit Shean to the bottom of the ocean floor, with explanations from leading Israeli archaeologists. (Antiquities Authority)
Duration: 26 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.
Television rights
B2344 The Dead Sea Scrolls 1994
A documentary on the history of the mysterious scrolls spanning from the time of their discovery to present day. (Antiquities Authority)
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
H690 Mona Lisa of the Galilee 1989
A fascinating account of the unearthing of a mosaic in the biblical city of Zaphoris where Jewish, Christian and pagan cultures lived in peace.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English and Spanish.
Television rights
H116 Treasures of the Holy Land 1986
This film which highlights the origins and discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls, takes the viewer on a fascinating journey through the length and breadth of Israel going back almost nine thousand years in time. Buried in this unique land are many of the foundations of contemporary life.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
VI. CURRENT ISSUES/SOCIETY
D2625 A Place of Peace 1997
A profile on the Y.M.C.A. bilingual kindergarten program, where Jewish, Arab and Christian children learn together, and celebrate each other's holidays. Includes an interview with associate director of the Jerusalem international Y.M.C.A., Rizek Abushar.
Duration: 5 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
B2465 A Peace of Children 1996
A video about a joint educational program sponsored by the David Yellin Teachers' College. Over the course of a year, Jewish and Arab kindergarten age children meet and learn about each other's cultures.
Duration: 15 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French and Arabic.
Television rights
E2776 Israeli Search and Rescue Operations 1998
A program about the IDF Homefront Command's search and rescue unit. This video includes short reports on rescue missions in Nairobi, Argentina, Armenia and Mexico.
Duration: 13 minutes
Available in English
Non-commercial educational use.
C2586 Women Officers' Training Course - Shizafon Base 1996
A visit to the Shizafon army base, where a select group of female cadets begin an officers' training course.
Duration: 15 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H714 The Kibbutz 1989
This film examines the role of kibbutz hi-tech industry and its search for self expression in today's world.
Duration: 25 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German.
Television rights
B2438 "Klita" - Aspects of Absorption 1996
A video about the challenges and rewards of immigrant absorption within Israeli society. This video focuses on housing and employment needs of the massive wave of immigrants who arrived in recent years. It highlights the progress of former newcomers and their successful adjustment to life in Israel.
Duration: 15 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H1563 Soviet Jews - New Israelis 1991
An investigative report on the immigration of Soviet Jews to Israel and the challenges and difficulties faced by the newcomers and Israeli society.
Duration: 18 minutes
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights
H1605 Operation Solomon 1991
Documentation of the rescue operation which brought the Ethiopian Jewish community from Addis Ababa to Israel.
Duration: 18 minutes
Available in English
Television rights on request
VII. EDUCATION
H88 Unfolding the Gift 1984
A report on two interdisciplinary approaches to the challenges of educating gifted children - one from the Weizmann Institute of Science and the second from the Young Person's Institute for the Promotion of Art and Science.
Duration: 13 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish
Television rights
A2280 A Sort of Ending (Rene Cassen High School) 1994
This film follows a graduating class in the Rene Cassen High School, throughout the course of the year. The students discuss varied topics ranging from their studies to social issues including their upcoming army service.
Duration: 55 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German
Non-commercial educational use
VIII. GALILEE/NEGEV
H1555 Sea of Dreams 1990
This film focuses on the Sea of Galilee and the surrounding area from an historical, geographical and life-sustaining perspective. The program views the area where Judaism and Christianity flourished.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Television rights
H690 Mona Lisa of the Galilee 1989
A fascinating account of the unearthing of a mosaic in the biblical city of Zaphoris where Jewish, Christian and pagan cultures lived in peace.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English and Spanish.
Television rights
A1385 Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee 1990
This film takes a look at Tiberias' hotel facilities, water sports and historical and religious sites.
Duration: 11 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
A1924 The Negev within Your Reach 1989
A tour of the desert region. The film explores aspects of desert life ranging from the Bedouins to the Dead Sea spa resort.
Duration: 11 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
IX. NATURE
H842 Israel - Your Natural Choice 1993
A look at Israel's rich landscapes and natural environment.
Duration: 7 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H110 Nature Conservation in Israel 1987
6 spots on nature conservation in Israel.
1. Ein Gedi 2. Ramon Crater 3. Carmiel Hai-Bar 4. Hula Reserve 5. Vultures 6. Water in the Desert.
Duration: 25 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H515 Flying with the Birds 1988
A compelling story of bird migration and its dangerous conflict with aircraft. This film documents the intriguing scientific effort to minimize bird strikes.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish
Non-commercial educational use
X. CULTURE
F2793 Soul Children in the Holy Land 1999
This moving video documents a visit by the gospel choir, "Soul Children of Chicago," to the Holy Land, where they performed with the Kibbutz orchestra and toured Israel, and the sites holy to Christianity.
Duration: 22 minutes; short version 6 minutes
Available in English, Spanish.
Television rights
F2795 Holiday of Holidays 1999
Beit Hagefen cultural center sponsored a celebration of three religions in Haifa's Wadi Nisnas neighborhood. Over 100 Jewish and Arab artists participated, displaying their work in alleyways and on rooftops.
Duration: 6 minutes
Available in English, Spanish.
Television rights
Also see listings under Visual Arts, Music and Dance
Visual Arts
A2064 Signs of Life - Art in Israel 1993
A six-part series (25 minutes/chapter) on art in Israel including the disciplines of painting, sculpture and architecture.
1. Introduction 2. Menashe Kadishman 3. Dani Karavan 4. Moshe Kupferman 5. Zvi Hecker 6. Sculptors.
Available in English, Spanish and French.
Television rights
Portrait of an Artist
A series of profiles of Israeli artists and their works:
H1437 Mordechai Ardon
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, German
H699 Moshe Castel
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in Hebrew, English
H176 Marcel Janco
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in Hebrew, English
H1551 Yehezkel Streichman
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in Hebrew, English
H1438 Anna Ticho
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German
H1778 Joseph Zaritzsky
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French
Producers: Israel Film Service
H1357 Judaica at the Israel Museum
A film about the history of the Israel Museum and some of its Judaica exhibits.
Producers: Israel Museum, 1990
Duration: 15 minutes
Available in English
Non-commercial educational use
Music
B2423 Bustan Avraham 1995
A profile of the musical group "Bustan Avraham." The band, composed of Jews and Arabs, creates music which is a synthesis of their mixed cultural backgrounds. Includes interviews and excerpts from the band's performances.
Duration: 45 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Arabic.
Non-commercial educational use
Dance
F2849 Why Do I Need Feet when I Have Wings to Fly? 1999
A profile on the world of dance in Israel. This video features many of Israel's varied dance troupes including excerpts from performances and interviews with choreographers and artists. (National Council of Culture and Arts)
Duration: 55 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H1176 Bat Dor Dance Company 1988
A promotional video from the Bat Dor Dance Company.
Producers: Bat Dor
Duration: 15 minutes
Available in English
Non-commercial educational use
H1822 Hora Jerusalem 1992
Performance by the Israeli dance troupe, Hora Jerusalem, with narration.
Duration: 25 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
A2035 Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company
Two performances by the company including "A Dream within a Dream."
Producers: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 1993
Duration: 48 minutes
English subtitles
Television rights
XI. INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
H1265 Milk and Honey 1989
Since the 1950's Israel has been providing assistance to developing countries in fields such as agriculture, health, and education under the auspices of the Division for International Development (MASHAV) at Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This film explores how MASHAV's experts impart technical know-how in developing countries in an atmosphere of mutual respect and dignity.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German.
Television rights
A1964 A Shelter from Turmoil 1993
A film about the combined efforts of the Israeli government and the Jewish community of France to bring 84 Bosnian refugees to Israel.
Duration: 8 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H856 Armenia: Agony and Hope 1989
This film documents the emotional experience of the rehabilitation of victims of the Armenian earthquake who were brought to Israel to be fitted with artificial limbs.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German.
Television rights
H1230 Direct Flight 1990
51 children came to Israel from the former Soviet Union to receive treatment for exposure to radiation during the Chernobyl crisis in 1986.
Duration: 23 minutes
Available in English, Russian, Spanish, French.
Television rights
3301 Mashav 2004
This film is a tribute to MASHAV's development assistance program world-wide. It includes testimonials from MASHAV participants, consultants and Israeli experts.
Duration: 7:58 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
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Video Catalog
Public Affairs Department
The following is a list of selected videos which are available for viewing/loan. To find out more information about how to borrow these and other programs contact your local Israeli embassy or consulate.
Note: Unless otherwise noted, the videos are produced by the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
I. ISRAEL GENERAL
F2833 Millennium in the Holy Land
A series of 30 one-minute clips to be used as "fillers". Through this video one can explore the Holy Land, cradle of Christianity, Judaism and Islam, walk in the footsteps of Jesus and soar over breathtaking landscapes featuring aerial footage of the length and breadth of the country.
Duration: 30 minutes
No narration; captions available in English, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese and French.
Television rights
C2607 Israel - 2000
A profile on Israel, set to music, and presented in a modular format which includes the following segments: Israel - the Land, Israel - the People, Israel - the Legacy, Israel - Culture, Israel - Tourism. No narration. English titles.
Duration: 18 minutes
Television rights
E2708 Children of Independence 1998
A look at Israel's past 50 years through the eyes of several people who were born on the same day as the State of Israel. Composed of archive and current footage as well as personal stories. These people offer the viewer a unique insight into Israel's history and create a link to future generations.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
Television rights
E2714 Israel at 50 - From Vision to Life 1998
A glimpse of events and experiences from Israel's first 50 years of independence viewed through archive footage. This film is presented by decades: The Establishment of the State; '50-'59 Immigration in Turbulent Times; '60-'69 The Threat and the Victory; '70-'79 Changes and Turning Points; '80-'89 Momentum and Accomplishment; '90-'98 The Struggle for Peace. There is also a 45 minute version presented year by year.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
For use within the consulates. No rights for distribution.
B2450 Israel - the Land and its People
A look at Israel, land of contrasts and home to a mosaic of cultures and religions. View the diverse cultures of the land, from a Bedouin market in Beersheba, to a Jewish Yemenite wedding ceremony in Safed. Also see how Israel has overcome agricultural challenges through technological advances.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Television rights
A2234 Kidsnet - the Wonder of Israel
A timeline of the history of Israel for a youthful audience. This dynamic video is prepared in an MTV format and includes topics such as democracy, history, peace, water resources, education and other topics.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use.
A2269 Israel - Your Next Vacation 1994
A tourist film which follows one family's trip to Israel. They discover that Israel offers something for everyone.
Duration: 11 minutes
Available in English, Russian, Spanish, German, French, Polish, Italian, Rumanian, Czech.
Television rights
H906 It Could Only Be Israel
This award winning film takes the viewer on a cross-country tour of Israel's archaeological sites, scenic wonders and vacation retreats.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Swedish, Hungarian, Finnish, Japanese.
Television rights
E2766 50 Years of Impressions 1998
A video marking Israel's 50th year of independence. Comprised of both archive and current footage on the following topics: Aliyah, industry and technology, army, democracy and the peace process.
No narration
Duration: 6 minutes
Non-commercial educational use
F2824 Israel Today - magazine program #1 1999
1. The 19th International Conference of Mayors 2. Soul Children in the Holy Land 3. Holiday of Holidays 4. Planting the Forest of Peace 5. Apple Hill - Playing for Peace 6. Israel - The Land of the Bible 7. Impressions of Israel.
Duration: 35 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian.
Television rights
F2860 Israel Today - Magazine Program #2 2000
1. Eilat's Coral Reef 2. Chihuly at David's Tower 3. Shenkar 4. "Mayumana" 5. Eagles in Israel 6. 18 Artists and One Coffee 7. Tel-Aviv's Architecture 8. Sheva 9. Fifty Years of Israeli Fashion 10. Batsheva Dance Co. 11. Pope John Paul II in Israel.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, Russian.
Television rights
E2797 Magazine Program - Cities and Sites 1999
1. North and South - Eilat and the Hermon 2. The Dead Sea 3. Tourism in the Desert 4. Tel Aviv - The City that Never Stops 5. Akko - 1000 Years of History 6. Neot Kdumim - Spirit of the Season.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
E2798 Magazine Program - Science and Medical Innovations 1999
1. Cancer Treatments 2. Hens and Cows 3. Genetic Cloning 4. Robomow, and a Hospital for Computers 5. Desalination and Drip Irrigation 6. Solar Energy and Colorful Cotton 7. Aging Skin Treatment and Painless Birth.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
Magazine Program - Society and Welfare 1999
1. A Nurturing Environment for the Handicapped 2. The children's channel and Neve Shalom 3. Pilgrim Insoles and Faith in Dollars 4. the mysteries of the Bible 5. Internet at the Western Wall and the Jerusalem syndrome.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
II. HISTORY
D2623 To Realize the Dream 1997
A film dedicated to the pioneers who turned vision into reality, and the Zionist Dream into a State. This history of modern Zionism presents Herzl's vision and shows its fulfillment in modern day Israel. The video is composed of archive footage and narration includes quotes from Herzl's writings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian.
Television rights
E2708 Children of Independence 1998
A look at Israel's past 50 years through the eyes of several people who were born on the same day as the State of Israel. Composed of archive and current footage as well as personal stories. These people offer the viewer a unique insight into Israel's history and create a link to future generations.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
Television rights
E2714 Israel at 50 - From Vision to Life 1998
A glimpse of events and experiences from Israel's first 50 years of independence viewed through archive footage. This film is presented by decades: The Establishment of the State; '50-'59 Immigration in Turbulent Times; '60-'69 The Threat and the Victory; '70-'79 Changes and Turning Points; '80-'89 Momentum and Accomplishment; '90-'98 The Struggle for Peace. There is also a 45 minute version presented year by year.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
For use within the consulates. No rights for distribution.
G2852 Millennia Junction 2000
A film that traverses the five millennia of man's recorded history in the Holy Land.
Duration: 50 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, Russian.
Television rights for Russian and Spanish versions only - in CIS and Latin America.
E2796 Eye Witness - David Rubinger 1999
50 years of the State of Israel, as seen through the eyes of the photographer David Rubinger. In this film, Rubinger returns to the places and people whom he photographed throughout the years.
Duration: 48 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French.
Television rights - except in Europe and the United States
F2848 Israel-Jordan Peace 1999
A video about the relationship between the late Prime Minister Itzhak Rabin and King Hussein, and how these two men achieved peace between their countries.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
F2848 Israel-Jordan Peace 1999
A video about the relationship between the late Prime Minister Itzhak Rabin and King Hussein, and how these two men achieved peace between their countries.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
H733 Follow Me 1989
A stirring documentary on the Six-Day War.
Duration: 90 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
H371 War on Yom Kippur 1973
This film includes newsreel footage from the Yom Kippur War and interviews with key personalities.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
H1772 Herzl 1992
A documentary film on the life and career of the founder of modern Zionism.
Duration: 43 minutes
Available in English.
For educational use. Television rights on request.
H1173 Weizmann 1992
A documentary on the life and career of Israel's first president.
Duration: 58 minutes
Available in English.
For educational use. Television rights on request.
III. JERUSALEM
D2656 Jerusalem - A City Touched by God 1997
This film looks at the colorful history of the Holy City - its many conquerors and rulers and its significance to the three monotheistic religions.
Duration: 28 minutes.
English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German.
Non-commercial educational use
F2811 Jerusalem - Present for Eternity 1999
This tourist film addresses the history of Israel's capital and its importance to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. It takes us from the history of the old city to the modern city beyond the walls, including the many hotels and entertainment options available.
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
Children of the World Draw Jerusalem 3000 1996
This video documents the international competition in which children from all continents of the globe submitted drawings of their interpretation of Jerusalem. Includes footage of children participating abroad, as well as the arrival of the winners in Israel.
Duration: 25 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese.
Television rights
B2424 The Many Faces of Jerusalem 1995
Jerusalem mayor, Ehud Olmert, hosts a tour of Jerusalem - the old and new city - including the Museum of Science, the Biblical Zoo, the Cinematheque and the neighborhood of Yemin Moshe.
Duration: 20 minutes.
Available in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese.
Television rights
A2190 My Beloved Land 1994
A collection of Hebrew songs about Jerusalem, performed by Ruchama Raz, against a backdrop of scenes from the capital.
Duration: 52 minutes
Hebrew with English subtitles
Non-commercial educational use
A1965 Jerusalem - The Magic 1994
A tourist film about Jerusalem, with a look at both the ancient and the modern aspects of the city.
Duration: 12 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
A2279 Jerusalem in Spirit and in Body 1994
A history of Jerusalem as seen through works of art and craft. The film includes interviews with various Israeli artists.
Duration: 12 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Russian.
Television rights
H123 Jerusalem - The Gates of Time 1987
A film on the renovations made in the various quarters of the old city of Jerusalem by the Israeli government since 1967 and attempts to preserve the architecture of the past while meeting the demands of the future. It also includes a history of the city.
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French.
Television rights
H109 Back to Jerusalem 1988
A film dedicated to the men who fought in the IDF paratrooper brigade to liberate Jerusalem during the Six-Day War.
Duration: 13 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
H1143 If I Forget Thee
This film documents the liberation of eastern Jerusalem during the Six-Day War.
Duration: 12 minutes
Available in English, Spanish.
Non-commercial educational use
A2034 Jerusalem Potpourri 1993
A film about the hidden secrets of modern-day Jerusalem, including the daily life of its inhabitants, culture, nightlife and co-existence.
Duration: 50 minutes
Available in English.
Non-commercial educational use
IV. SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
E2790 Technological Education
A video about Israel's technological industry, how technology is taught in the school system and shared with other countries. (MASHAV)
Duration: 13 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Russian.
Television rights
F2805 Critical Mass 1999
This video presents some of the latest technological innovations being developed at Ben Gurion University of the Negev.
Duration: 7 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
E2798 Magazine Program - Science and Medical Innovations 1999
1. Cancer Treatments 2. Hens and Cows 3. Genetic Cloning 4. Robomow, and a Hospital for Computers 5. Desalination and Drip Irrigation 6. Solar Energy and Colorful Cotton 7. Aging Skin Treatment and Painless Birth.
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights (except in Spain)
Spotlight on Science - Weizmann Institute Magazine
A series of magazine programs composed of several 5 minute segments which highlight the latest scientific developments and discoveries.
F2812 Spotlight on Science #15 1998
1. Weizmann Institute - We Make a Difference - a promo highlighting the institute's many programs including research in the fields of medicine, agriculture, solar energy, ecology, pollution and international cooperation 2. Multiple Sclerosis 3. Solar Energy 4. Agriculture 5. Bone Marrow Transplants.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, Spanish
Television rights
B2428 Advanced Medicine 1995
A magazine program featuring the latest technological developments in the field of medicine. Reports include: New concepts in MRI; New ways to apply laser; Shock wave lithotripters; Beta interferon; Blood substitutes; Diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases; Power drive for the handicapped; Skin bank; Home kidney dialysis; New techniques in cardiology; Ultra rapid detoxification for opiate addicts.
Duration: 30 minutes
Available in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.
Television rights
B2440 Israel: Tomorrow's Technology Today 1995
Israel's hi-tech industries are competing in the world market. In this video, leaders in the American and Israeli markets share their opinions on Israeli technology. Includes representatives from companies such as Digital, Intel and Scitex. (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
A2230 Industrial Cooperation 1993
A film about industrial cooperation between Israel and international companies, including IBM, G.E., Motorola, McDonell Douglas and others. (Ministry of Trade and Industry)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese
Television rights
C2579 The Quest for Intelligent Life
A look at Israel's latest hi-tech accomplishments from computer and software engineering, to medical innovations. (Israel Export Industries)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
C2578 Listen to the Heartbeat of Israel
A look at Israel's latest medical technology. (Israel Export Industries)
Duration: 10 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
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Technology for Human Empowerment
Duration: 7:17 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
V. ARCHAEOLOGY
B2381 The Missing Piece 1995
This video takes an in-depth look at archaeology in Israel - in particular the projects supervised by the Israel Antiquities Authority. Includes visits to archaeological sites ranging from Beit Shean to the bottom of the ocean floor, with explanations from leading Israeli archaeologists. (Antiquities Authority)
Duration: 26 minutes
Available in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.
Television rights
B2344 The Dead Sea Scrolls 1994
A documentary on the history of the mysterious scrolls spanning from the time of their discovery to present day. (Antiquities Authority)
Duration: 28 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
H690 Mona Lisa of the Galilee 1989
A fascinating account of the unearthing of a mosaic in the biblical city of Zaphoris where Jewish, Christian and pagan cultures lived in peace.
Duration: 27 minutes
Available in English and Spanish.
Television rights
H116 Treasures of the Holy Land 1986
This film which highlights the origins and discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls, takes the viewer on a fascinating journey through the length and breadth of Israel going back almost nine thousand years in time. Buried in this unique land are many of the foundations of contemporary life.
Duration: 20 minutes
Available in English.
Television rights
VI. CURRENT ISSUES/SOCIETY
D2625 A Place of Peace 1997
A profile on the Y.M.C.A. bilingual kindergarten program, where Jewish, Arab and Christian children learn together, and celebrate each other's holidays. Includes an interview with associate director of the Jerusalem international Y.M.C.A., Rizek Abushar.
Duration: 5 minutes
Available in English
Television rights
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