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Jerusalem Cinematheque

11 Hebron Rd, Jerusalem
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Cinematheque Jerusalem, one of the leading cultural centers in Israel, was founded around 30 years ago as a place that cultivates the art of cinema and promotes cinematic creativity in Israel and abroad.

The Cinematheque offers over 1,200 movie screenings annually alongside an abundance of quality cultural and film programs, for example meet the artist events, film courses, series on classical and operatic masterpieces, enrichment activities for schools, movies and lectures for children and families and more.

Every summer the Cinematheque hosts the Jerusalem International Film Festival – the largest and most prestigious cinema celebration in Israel, attended by around 60,000 visitors and hundreds of industry creators from Israel and abroad.

Every winter, over Hanukkah, in a colorful and festive setting, the Cinematheque holds the International Jewish Film Festival – attended by around 20,000 Israeli and international visitors.

The Jerusalem Cinematheque houses the Israel Film Archive, the largest in the Middle East, which stores around 33,000 movies from Israel and abroad.

Sitting at the top of Sultan’s Pool, in full view of the Old City walls, the Jerusalem Cinemateque’s focus on modern culture stands just alongside Jerusalem’s ancient fixtures, both in tribute and in contrast.

Parking for disabled peoples: Parking close to the Cinematheque is available upon presentation of a disability card.

Read about the International Film Festival >>

Photos by Nir Shaanani and PR

Near By (Up to 10 minutes walk)