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Austrian Film Week 2025

Discover the magic of Austrian cinema at the 10th edition of the Austrian Film Week in Israel, proudly presented by the Austrian Cultural Forum in collaboration with Israeli cinematheques.

This year’s selection features a powerful lineup of films that delve into universal themes such as love, resilience, justice, identity, and the complexities of human connection. From intimate personal struggles to social and political commentary, the films explore the intricacies of life in contemporary Austria and beyond. Experience unforgettable stories of courage, transformation, and the challenges of overcoming personal and collective adversity.

Persona Non Grata

Dir.: Antonin Svoboda
| 92 minutes

Andrea, a former promising snowboarder, reveals in an interview the harassment she endured from skiers and coaches. The interview causes a stir and leads to a confrontation with her family. Persona Non Grata is a well-crafted drama about fighting harassment and the structures that enable it.

Dear Beautiful Beloved

Dir.: Juri Rechinsky
| 93 minutes

The war in Ukraine has taken a heavy toll on its residents. In addition to fallen and wounded soldiers, many civilians have died, been injured, or fled, with entire communities destroyed. Dear Beautiful Beloved depicts the humanitarian efforts of volunteers, highlighting small acts of kindness in dark times.

A Whole Life

Dir.: Hans Steinbichler
| 116 minutes

At the turn of the twentieth century, orphan Anders is mistreated by his uncle in a remote valley. As an adult, he builds a life with his love and faces World War II. Set against the stunning Austrian landscape, A Whole Life offers a poignant portrait of 20th-century Austria.

Favoriten

Dir.: Ruth Beckermann
| 118 minutes

For three years, filmmaker Ruth Beckermann followed a class of immigrant children in Vienna. Through their teacher Ilkay’s inclusive approach, the children evolve into individuals and form a supportive community. The film explores key issues, offering a thought-provoking, emotional portrait.

What a Feeling

Dir.: Kat Rohrer
| 110 minutes

After 20 years of marriage, Marie Theres’s relationship with Alexandre falls apart. She wakes up in Fa’s bed, sparking a reawakening of her emotions and prompting her to question her future. What a Feeling is a contemporary romantic comedy about midlife heroines and female romance.

Moon

Dir.: Kurdwin Ayub
| 93 minutes

Sarah, a martial arts trainer, travels to Amman to train three uninterested sisters in an isolated villa guarded by strict security. Ayub masterfully blends realism with horror and thriller, challenging social norms. The film has become one of the fall's most talked-about releases since its Locarno premiere.