Actress Daniel Gimpel Recounts Real Alarm During Nova Party Scene Filming
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Actress Daniel Gimpel described a real air raid siren interrupting the filming of a Nova party scene for Avi Nesher's movie "Our Loves." The incident occurred amidst hundreds of extras who were survivors of the actual festival. Gimpel also discussed choosing this risky film role over a stable theater job, her preparation for playing a Haredi woman, and her frustrations with the Israeli film industry prioritizing social media followers over talent. Despite critical recognition, she feels the film hasn't yet opened major professional doors.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Actress Daniel Gimpel's film shoot was interrupted by a real air raid siren during a Nova party scene recreation.
- Gimpel chose the risky film role over a stable theater job, later earning an Ophir Award nomination.
- She described the surreal fear of experiencing a real wartime alert while filming a movie about war.
- Gimpel criticized the Israeli industry for prioritizing social media followers over acting talent.
- Despite critical acclaim, she feels the role has not yet significantly advanced her career.
Actress Daniel Gimpel has shared her experience filming a scene for Avi Nesher's film "Our Loves," which reconstructs the Nova music festival party. During the filming of the party scene, which involved hundreds of extras who were present at the actual Nova festival on October 7th, a real air raid siren sounded, startling the cast and crew. Gimpel recounted how she initially mistook the siren for a sound effect, but quickly realized it was real when people began checking their phones for alerts about an Iranian missile attack.
Gimpel, 28, described the intense fear and confusion that followed, with some survivors of the Nova attack urging the cast and crew to flee to the bushes for safety. She noted the surreal experience of being in a film about war while experiencing a real wartime alert, stating, "You are playing something that is reality. We were in a movie about war, and in war. It is inseparable."
The role in "Our Loves" marked a significant career move for Gimpel, who had to choose between this opportunity and a stable theater role. Despite advice to take the theater job, she followed her gut feeling and pursued the chance with Nesher's film, a decision that has since paid off, including an Ophir Award nomination.
In the film, Gimpel portrays a young Haredi woman dealing with heartbreak. Her preparation involved meeting women who left the Haredi community, studying religious texts, and adopting practices like the morning prayer "Modeh Ani." She also spoke about the emotional toll of filming other scenes, which left her crying after takes and returning home with fake blood and injuries.
Gimpel also expressed frustration with the Israeli film industry, citing instances where auditions were given based on social media follower counts rather than talent. She believes that while online creators have their place, aspiring actors who have undergone formal training also deserve opportunities to start their careers. Despite the critical acclaim and nomination for her role, Gimpel feels the success has not yet translated into significant professional opportunities, noting that the glamour of awards ceremonies quickly gives way to everyday life.
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