Avinoam and Barak, father and son from a Kibbutz bordering the Gaza strip, are forced to deal with another round of rockets and combat, each in their own way. One night, Barak reaches a boiling point and Avinoam is forced to absorb the heat.

It is with immense sorrow that we share the devastating news that our beloved filmmaker, Yahav Winner, was found dead in Kfar Aza yesterday evening. Yahav was murdered by Hamas terrorists after attempting to stall them in order to allow Shaylee Atary, his wife and a filmmaker as well, to escape with their newly born daughter Shaya. The loss of Yahav has left an indelible void in our hearts, and we extend our deepest condolences to Shaylee, his family, friends, and all who were touched by his artistry and spirit. 

In the wake of this tragedy, we find solace in the thought of celebrating Yahav's life and work. Yahav's short film, THE BOY, unfolds a narrative that sheds light on life in Kfar Aza, the kibbutz of his upbringing, and numerous other Israeli villages along the border with Gaza. These communities have borne the heavy weight of losses during the ongoing attacks. The film won the Best Cinematography Award at the Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival 2023 and will be screened as part of the international competition at the upcoming Filmschoolfest Munich. To honor his memory and bravery, we are committed to screening THE BOY in as many places abroad as possible. 

WINNER, Best Cinematography, Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival 2023

International Competition, Filmschoolfest Munich 2023