France/Israel/Germany, 2021, Nadav Lapid

An acclaimed Israeli filmmaker about to screen his latest movie at a library in a remote desert town bristles when he must sign a document from the Ministry of Culture, the event sponsor, limiting what he talks about during the session. Recently shown as part of CIFF46, the new film by the fast-rising Israeli director of The Kindergarten Teacher and Synonyms is both a withering critique of his native country and an exciting work of widescreen cinema. Co-winner of the Jury Prize at Cannes 2021, this vigorous work “means to shatter your complacency, and also the complacency of its chosen medium (L.A. Times). Subtitles. 109 min.

Ahed’s Knee, a Cinematheque streaming exclusive, can be viewed online from 4/22 thru at least 6/23 via the link below. Doing so supports the Cinematheque. Screening fee is $6.99 and you have five days to watch it.

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