Sharon Engelhart Reflects on Her Debut Film 'Because You Are Ugly' and Its Journey to Screen
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First reported by Ynet · 11 hours ago
What happened
Israeli filmmaker Sharon Engelhart discusses her debut film "Because You Are Ugly," its development over seven years, and the challenges of portraying a complex adolescent in Jerusalem. She highlights the importance of casting and reflects on the intense 17-day shoot and ongoing editing process. Engelhart is now working on her second film, continuing to explore personal and societal struggles in Israel.
- 01Sharon Engelhart's debut film depicts a raw, complex view of adolescence in Jerusalem.
- 02The film's script was developed over nearly seven years with support from Israeli and international film bodies.
- 03Casting Riki Reif and Uri Avinoam was crucial to the film's authenticity and success.
- 04Filming lasted only 17 days, followed by three months of editing in Montreal.
- 05Engelhart is currently working on her second film about a young woman facing challenges in Israeli society.
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