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Asi Cohen Stars in 'Independence,' Hailed as Leap Forward for Israeli Cinema

How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By רועי אבן

First reported by Calcalist · Sep 2, 2026

What happened

Moshe Rosenthal's new film 'Independence,' starring Asi Cohen, is receiving critical acclaim for its universal themes, dual period setting, and contribution to Israeli cinema. The movie has also broken records for Ophir Award nominations.

  • 01Asi Cohen stars in 'Independence,' a film praised as a leap for Israeli cinema.
  • 02Director Moshe Rosenthal's work is lauded for its universal appeal and period detail.
  • 03The film features a dual timeline narrative set in 1987 and the late 1990s.
  • 04'Independence' has broken records for Ophir Award nominations.
  • 05Performances by Asi Cohen and Keren Tzur are highlighted.

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Full coverage · 4 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MakoCenter · HebrewSep 3, 2026
Asi Cohen Stars in 'Independence,' Hailed as Leap Forward for Israeli Cinema
N12Center · HebrewSep 3, 2026
Asi Cohen Stars in 'Independence,' Hailed as Leap Forward for Israeli Cinema
IceUnrated · HebrewSep 3, 2026
Independence Day Film Praised as Major Achievement for Israeli Cinema
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewSep 2, 2026
Independence Film Praised for Visuals, Criticized for Emotional Depth

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