Yaron Shani

Born in 1973, Shani is one of Israel’s leading directors with films premiering in Cannes, Venice & Berlinale. Since his graduation from the TLV Univ. Film Department, Shani has developed a singular filming method which combines a well-crafted script with an extremely authentic energy of non-actors. His works have gripped audiences worldwide granting him an Oscar nomination for Ajami. Shani is also a prominent acting and directing teacher in various film schools and is a sought-after script mentor.