New Directions in Israeli Media

A comprehensive analysis of the major trends and developments in contemporary Israeli media.

In the twenty-first century, Israeli filmmaking has transformed from a localized industry into a globally recognized and diverse national cinema, its filmmakers gaining prominence internationally and introducing new themes, aesthetics, and voices to the scene. At the same time, Israeli television shows have emerged as a dominant force, propelled by the spread of streaming. Through the rise of online content creation and consumption, especially in the 2010s, new voices have revolutionized the creative landscape.

With Israel’s position at the cutting edge of technology and virtual platforms, Israeli media has seen a boom, winning prizes at international film festivals and adapting shows like Euphoria, Homeland, and Fauda for wider audiences. In New Directions in Israeli Media, thirteen contributors detail the shifting dynamics of Israeli cinema, television, and online content in the digital age, exploring how globalization, technological advances, and changing audience preferences are reshaping creative industries. Editors Yaron Peleg, Eran Kaplan, and Ido Rosen have assembled a volume that prompts critical reflection on the intersection of art, technology, and culture in a rapidly changing media landscape.

Yaron Peleg is Kennedy-Leigh Professor in Modern Hebrew Studies at the University of Cambridge. He is the author or editor of several books, including Israeli Cinema: Identities in Motion.

Eran Kaplan is the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Professor in Israel Studies at San Francisco State University. He is the author of several books, including Projecting the Nation: History and Ideology on the Israeli Screen.

Ido Rosen completed his PhD studies at the University of Cambridge. He was a member of the Israeli Film Critics Association and has worked as a journalist in a variety of leading media in his home country.