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Shemi Zarhin

b. 1961

Israeli film director and screenwriter

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About Shemi Zarhin

Born 1961. Shemi Zarhin is an Israeli film director, screenwriter, writer, film screenwriter and university teacher.

Shimon "Shemi" Zarhin (; born 9 August 1961) is an Israeli novelist and film director.

Early life and education

He was born in Tiberias and studied film at Tel Aviv University.

His brother is the actor Lior Zohar.

Career His movies include titles such as Bonjour Monsieur Shlomi (2003), Aviva My Love (2006), and The World is Funny (2012). His first novel Some Day was a bestseller in Israel and has been translated into English by Yardenne Greenspan.

In March 2020 Helicon Music released the soundtrack for Aviva My Love

In 2025, his 1995 film, Lilsada (Passover Fever) was adapted into a play at Haifa Theater.

Filmography Film Ha-Kesem Ha'aharon Shel Saba, short film (1987) Lilsada (Passover Fever) (1995) Dangerous Acts (1998) Bonjour Monsieur Shlomi (2003) Aviva, My Love (2006) The World Is Funny (2012) The Kind Words (2015) Silent (2022) Bliss (2025)

Awards for literature, awarded by the Municipality of Holon (2013)

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Important facts

Born
9 August 1961, Tiberias
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Film director, screenwriter, writer, film screenwriter, university teacher
Nationality
Israel
Education
Tel Aviv University
Awards
Ophir Award (best director); Ophir Award for best screenplay; Prime Minister's Prize for Hebrew Literary Works

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Shemi Zarhin?

Israeli film director and screenwriter

When was Shemi Zarhin born?

Shemi Zarhin was born on 9 August 1961 in Tiberias.

What is Shemi Zarhin's occupation?

Shemi Zarhin is a film director, screenwriter, writer, film screenwriter and university teacher.

What nationality is Shemi Zarhin?

Shemi Zarhin is Israeli.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shemi Zarhin

· Wikidata: Q16130513

· DBpedia: Shemi Zarhin

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