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Naomi Shemer's Private Letters Reveal Tumultuous Personal Life

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By דינה חלוץ

What happened

A new documentary, "Naomi Shemer, Between Grass and Stone," uses private letters to explore the complex personal life and career of the renowned Israeli songwriter. Her daughter, Lali Shemer, discusses their challenging relationship, Shemer's early struggles, and her eventual artistic triumphs.

  • 01New film reveals Naomi Shemer's private life through her letters.
  • 02Daughter Lali Shemer discusses their complex mother-daughter relationship.
  • 03Letters show Shemer's early struggles and parental disapproval.
  • 04Her success with 'Jerusalem of Gold' brought parental pride.
  • 05The film covers her personal and professional challenges.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew4 hours ago
Naomi Shemer's Private Letters Reveal Tumultuous Personal Life
CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew6 hours ago
New Documentary Reveals Naomi Shemer's Private, Complex Life