Film screening: The Comedian

Israel, 2026

A film by Gidi Dar and Shuli Rand

Starring: Shuli Rand, Tzופit Grant, Tal Friedman, Eli Gorenstein, Eilon Gold, and Malki Goldman

102 minutes | Hebrew and Yiddish with Hebrew subtitles

12 nominations at the Ophir Awards, including Best Actor and Best Film

Tribeca Festival, 2026

Moishe (Shuli Rand), once one of Jerusalem’s greatest wedding entertainers, has been forced to live hand-to-mouth after losing his esteemed status due to alcohol addiction. The surprising arrival in Israel of a childhood friend who became wealthy in America offers him one last chance to regain his former glory. How far will he be willing to go?

Courtesy of United King Films

Duration: 102 minutes

Image: Courtesy of United King Films

Reviews: “This film is a delight... a funny and sad Jerusalem tale with a huge heart.” (Yair Raveh, Calcalist/Cinemascope) “A warm, funny, and touching Jewish comedy.” (Yair Hochner, Film website) “A film full of Jewish soul.” (Shmulik Duvdevani, Ynet)