GOLDEN VOICES
Opening Night Film
Directed by Evgeny Ruman
Sponsored by Julie and Richard Jaffe
Philadelphia Premiere
With a perfect mix of poignancy, levity, and heart, GOLDEN VOICES offers an intimate glimpse into the experience of Soviet Jews during the single largest wave of immigration in Israel’s history. GPJFF is thrilled to present alumnus director Evgeny Ruman’s (Igor and the Cranes’ Journey) latest film on Opening Night of Fall Fest 2020.
Upon the collapse of the Soviet Union, Raya (Maria Belkin) and Victor Frenkel (Vladimir Friedman), famed for dubbing the finest films of the 20th century for Soviet audiences, make aliyah and begin their life anew in Israel. Realizing their unique brand has no market in the holy land, they are forced to use their talents in unexpected ways, leading them to wildly absurd predicaments and an adventure of a lifetime. Nominated for four Ophir Awards (Israeli Academy Awards)!
Includes pre-recorded virtual interview with star Vladimir Friedman!
Official Selection:
- Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival
- Boston Israeli Film Festival
- Haifa International Film Festival
- Seattle Jewish Film Festival
TREE #3
Directed by Omer Ben-Shachar
Screening with GOLDEN VOICES
Narrative Short | 2019 | 20 min | English and Hebrew with English subtitles
Philadelphia Premiere
This charming Student Academy Award-winning short follows a vivacious Israeli immigrant boy who refuses to allow his teacher’s shoddy casting to interfere with him and his new friends performing on stage.