In Shattered, ultra-orthodox director Dina Perlstein crafts a gripping thriller that interweaves the aftermath of a devastating terrorist attack on a Jewish community center in Argentina with the unraveling of a long-buried family secret. Known for her unique perspective and meticulous storytelling, Perlstein masterfully blends secret service intrigue with personal revelations, merging political tensions with family drama and suspenseful twists.

This film marks a new achievement for the burgeoning ultra-orthodox film scene in Israel, which has been led in part by female directors creating films by and for women. With acclaimed Israeli actress Gila Almagor (Steven Spielberg’s Munich) and Spanish star Cristina Plazas (The Body) in lead roles, Shattered showcases the genre’s growing cultural significance, solidifying its place in contemporary Israeli cinema.