Jerusalem Pitch Point 2026
The Jerusalem Film Festival is hosting professional events that bring together the Israeli and international film industries. The highlight of these events is the 18th Jerusalem Pitch Point Competition.
Industry Conference
Pitch Point 2026 - Short Film Competition
The Pitch Point Shorts will take place for the seventh consecutive year as part of the Industry Days program at the 43rd Jerusalem Film Festival, featuring a unique category dedicated to short independent film projects by seasoned filmmakers.
Student Graduation Films, Impact and AI Incubator Pitching Event in Collaboration with Makor Foundation & CoPro
Nine teams will present their films, the outcomes of the incubator, and the potential impact of each project.
Filming Partnership: Jewish and Arab Directors in an Open Conversation
Filmmakers working on joint projects engage in a candid conversation about dilemmas and tensions.
The Software Every Producer Needs
Elad Peleg has built himself a software suite and AI workflows — without needing to know how to code. All the tools are free and available in Hebrew, and he is here to tell you all about them.
DocuStart: 14th Cohort Pitching Event in Collaboration with the Documentary Filmmakers Forum
DocuStart is the flagship project of the Israeli Documentary Filmmakers Forum, held in collaboration with the Gesher Multicultural Film Fund and with the support of the Maiselbert Luxembourg Foundation.
YERUSHALaiM 2026 in Collaboration with the Jerusalem Film and Television Fund
The YERUSHALaiM Competition, founded by the Jerusalem Film and Television Fund, aligns with the Fund's ongoing support for innovative local creation and the training of filmmakers in AI filmmaking tools.
On the Road to the Ophir Awards
A closed screening for Israeli Film Academy members featuring four Jerusalem-based short films, supported by the Jerusalem Film and Television Fund.
Who Will Save My Film?
The Closing Event of the Jerusalem Film Festival Industry Days in Collaboration with the Filmmakers' Guilds.
| Monday 13.07.26 | 13.07.26 15:15 |
15:15 Mediatheque |
Mediatheque |
Case Study: Attracting Foreign Investment to Israeli Cinema During a Boycott
How can international support be secured for Israeli cinema during a time of war, amid growing global calls for a boycott? This session will explore innovative financing models and strategies for creating new business opportunities.
Event in collaboration with The New Fund for Cinema and Television
The New Fund for Cinema and Television (NFCT) has launched a new development track for feature films exploring the theme of a shared society.