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Tatami
Dir.: Guy Nattiv, Zar Amir Ebrahimi | 105 minutes

Tatami

Georgia, USA 2023 | 105 minutes | English, Farsi | English, Hebrew subtitles

Iranian female judokas Leila (Mandi) and her coach Maryam (Amir), travel to the Judo World Championship, intent on bringing home Iran’s first gold medal. Midway through the Judo World Championships, they receive an ultimatum from the Islamic Republic ordering Leila to fake an injury and lose, or she will be branded a traitor of the state. With her own and her family’s freedom at stake, Leila is faced with an impossible choice: comply with the Iranian regime as her coach Maryam implores her to do, or fight on, for the gold. Tatami is the first feature film to be co-directed by an Iranian and an Israeli filmmaker. The film unfolds a true story that is astonishingly familiar to us all. With direction full of momentum and superb performances, Tatami has won the hearts of audiences and critics alike.

Tickets:

Full price 41 NIS | Jerusalem Cinematheque members: 26 NIS | Concessions 36 NIS (Discounted tickets are available with proper identification for: Handicapped persons, soldiers, and national service, children under the age of 12)