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Avigail Sperber
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| Born | August 24, 1973 Jerusalem
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| Nationality | Israeli |
| Occupation | Film producer, cinematographer, film director |
Avigail Sperber (Hebrew: אביגיל שפרבר; born August 24, 1973) is a talented Israeli filmmaker. She works as a cinematographer, which means she is in charge of the camera and lighting for films and TV shows. She also directs and produces movies. Avigail Sperber started her own company called Pardes Film Productions. She is also known for her work as a social activist, helping to create groups that support people in religious communities.
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About Avigail Sperber
Avigail Sperber was born in Jerusalem, Israel. Her mother was Hannah, and her father was Rabbi Daniel Sperber, a famous scholar who won the Israel Prize for his studies of the Talmud. Avigail went to a religious school for girls called Horev Ulpana. Instead of joining the military, she chose to do national service, which is a way to serve the community.
Her Film Studies and Early Work
In 1998, Avigail finished her studies at the Ma'aleh Film School. Her final student film, Four Men Entered the Grove, won the award for best film in her class. Another documentary film she directed, Yan's Tea House, also won an award at the Haifa International Film Festival.
In 1999, Avigail directed a film called My Sister Benchia. This film told the story of an Ethiopian girl named Benchia-Ariela, whom Avigail met during her national service. Avigail's family later adopted Benchia-Ariela. The film was shown on a major Israeli TV channel, Channel 2.
Activism and Community Work
While studying screenwriting, Avigail Sperber worked on a script about people who are religious and also feel different from others in their community. This work inspired her to create Bat Kol. This organization was the first of its kind in Israel, offering support for religious people who might feel different.
Avigail also helped start Shoval. This group works to encourage understanding and acceptance within religious society. Shoval also runs a helpline for support and advice. These organizations have helped start important conversations in religious communities, encouraging people to talk about and understand these issues.
Later Film Projects and Awards
Avigail Sperber has worked on many films and TV shows. She was the cinematographer for several short films, including Gevald and Metamorphosis. She also worked on the documentary series My Tiny Empire.
In 2008, she directed the film Halakeh, which was shown at the Jerusalem Film Festival. In 2010, she produced and directed Hatalyan (The Executioner) with Netalie Braun. This documentary told the story of Shalom Nagar, who was the executioner of Adolf Eichmann. The film won the Best Documentary award at the Haifa International Film Festival and was recognized as one of the top films at the IDFA.
In 2014, Avigail directed Probation Time. This documentary explored her family's experiences, including her adopted sister's challenges. The film won an award from the jury at Docaviv, a major documentary film festival, and Avigail also won an award for her cinematography on the film. It was later shown as a mini-series on YES Docu.
In September 2017, Avigail Sperber received the Minister of Education Award for Jewish Culture in the film category. Avigail has two sons.
Films by Avigail Sperber
Avigail Sperber has directed, produced, and worked as a cinematographer on many films and TV shows. Here are some of her notable works:
As Director
- Probation Time (2014) – A documentary series shown on YES Docu.
- Hatalyan (The Executioner) (2010) – A documentary film that won Best Documentary at the Haifa International Film Festival.
- Halakeh (2008) – A drama film shown at the Jerusalem Film Festival.
- My Sister Benchia (1999) – A documentary film broadcast on Channel 2.
- Yan's Tea House (1998) – A student documentary film.
As Producer
- Not Nice (2018) – A documentary film.
- A Mirror for the Sun (2018) – A documentary film.
- A Person's Self (2018) – A documentary film shown on YES Docu.
- Hatalyan (The Executioner) (2010) – A documentary film.
As Cinematographer
- A Person's Self (2018) – A documentary film.
- Covered Up (2018) – A documentary film.
- Armed (2017) – A documentary web series.
- Probation Time (2014) – A documentary series.
- Superwomen (2012) – A documentary film that won Best Cinematography at Docaviv.
- Hatalyan (The Executioner) (2010) – A documentary film.
- Gevald (2009) – A short film directed by Netalie Braun.
- My Tiny Empire (2006) – A TV documentary mini-series.
- Badal (2005) – A documentary film directed by Ibtisam Mara'ana.
Awards and Recognition
Avigail Sperber has received many awards for her work in film:
- 2017: Minister of Education Award for Jewish Culture
- 2014: Probation Time – Best Film, DocAviv
- 2014: Probation Time – Best Cinematography, DocAviv
- 2014: Probation Time – Best Film, Forum of Documentary Filmmakers Awards
- 2014: Probation Time – Best Cinematography, Forum of Documentary Filmmakers Awards
- 2013: Superwomen – Best Cinematography, DocAviv
- 2011: Hatalyan – Best Film, Documentary Film Competition
- 2011: Hatalyan – Best Cinematography, Documentary Film Competition
- 2010: Hatalyan – Special Honorable Mention, IDFA
- 2010: Hatalyan – Best Documentary, Haifa International Film Festival
