Waltz With Bashir
2008
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Ari Folman (Hebrew: ארי פולמן; born December 17, 1962) is an Israeli film director, screenwriter, animator, and film-score composer. He directed the Oscar-nominated animated documentary film Waltz with Bashir (2008) and the live-action/animated film The Congress. He is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Learn about Ari Folman, who made the acclaimed animated documentary Waltz with Bashir based on his memories of the 1982 Lebanon War. Find out his biography, filmography, awards, and sources.
Jul 9, 2021 · The director of \"Waltz With Bashir\" imagines Anne Frank's diary as a mystery to be solved by her imaginary friend Kitty. The film explores the legacy of the Jewish teen's sacrifice and the relevance of her message for today's refugees.
Ari Folman is a filmmaker who has made acclaimed documentaries and animated features, such as Waltz with Bashir and The Congress. He was born in Haifa, Israel, in 1962 and has been nominated for two BAFTA awards.
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Nov 5, 2023 · Renowned Israeli Filmmaker Ari Folman Slams West's 'Unawareness' Regarding Hamas Brutality. The award-winning 'Waltz with Bashir' director begins filming testimonies of Hamas hostages' families, criticizes Israeli government neglect during first week of war: 'No one talked to them'
Dec 8, 2021 · Ari Folman directs and writes this animated drama about Kitty, the imaginary friend of Anne Frank, who travels to find her in the present day. The film explores Anne Frank's legacy and the refugee crisis through the eyes of Kitty and other characters.
Aug 27, 2022 · The Israeli director of 'Where is Anne Frank' and 'Waltz with Bashir' talks about his films and his personal connection to the Holocaust and the Bosnian War. He also reveals his mother's reaction to his work and his experience at the Sarajevo Film Festival.
