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The Women of “Sisters” and “Dismissed”.
Abigail Zamir
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3 min read
Israeli Soldiers in a Row

Someone to Run With: A Story About Weathering the Storm

Run through the streets of Jerusalem in David Grossman’s Someone to Run With. Explore the gripping novel and its film adaptation, capturing the chaos, courage, and connection of two teens on a journey bigger than themselves.
Abigail Zamir
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3 min read
A dog running in the streets of Jerusalem

Movie Pick: The Wedding Plan

A must-watch Israeli film exploring faith, choice, and challenging society’s norms.
Abigail Zamir
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3 min read
The Wedding Plan - A movie by Rama Burshtein

Hilarious Hebrew Takes on Iconic Movie Titles

Quirky and creative Hebrew movie translations that’ll make you laugh.
Hilly Perlman
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3 min read
Popcorn and movie tickets

What Does Your Go-To TV Genre Say About You?

Learn something surprising about yourself, based on your favorite TV show.
Abigail Zamir
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3 min read
Watching a show on Netflix
Israeli Soldiers in a Row

Strong, Smart, and Hilarious

Abigail Zamir
|
3 min read
The Women of “Sisters” and “Dismissed”.
A dog running in the streets of Jerusalem

Someone to Run With: A Story About Weathering the Storm

Abigail Zamir
|
3 min read
Run through the streets of Jerusalem in David Grossman’s Someone to Run With. Explore the gripping novel and its film adaptation, capturing the chaos, courage, and connection of two teens on a journey bigger than themselves.
The Wedding Plan - A movie by Rama Burshtein

Movie Pick: The Wedding Plan

Abigail Zamir
|
3 min read
A must-watch Israeli film exploring faith, choice, and challenging society’s norms.
Popcorn and movie tickets

Hilarious Hebrew Takes on Iconic Movie Titles

Hilly Perlman
|
3 min read
Quirky and creative Hebrew movie translations that’ll make you laugh.
Watching a show on Netflix

What Does Your Go-To TV Genre Say About You?

Abigail Zamir
|
3 min read
Learn something surprising about yourself, based on your favorite TV show.

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Israeli Soldiers in a Row
Israeli television has traditionally been shaped by male-driven stories, but in recent years, we’ve seen a shift toward more diverse and dynamic portrayals of women. Female characters are increasingly taking center stage, and we finally get to see the world through their eyes. Two standout series, Sisters and Dismissed, offer a fresh take on what it means to be a young woman in Israel, doing so with humor and the occasional punch in the gut.

Sisters (האחיות המוצלחות שלי): A Lighthearted Look at Imperfect Adulthood

Created by Noa Arenberg and Galit Hoogi, Sisters is a witty and heartfelt comedy about three very different sisters who are left to navigate life on their own after their parents leave on an extended cruise around the world. Starring Nelly Tagar, Dana Abraham-Samo, and Tess Hashiloni, and directed by comedian Guri Alfi, the series dives into the personal and professional struggles of young Israeli women in a way that is both sharply funny and very relatable. The eldest sister, Orit (Dana Abraham-Samo), is a high school teacher who keeps her romantic relationship with a woman a secret from her parents. The middle sister, Natalie (Nelly Tagar), is lost in life, struggling to find a job or a sense of direction. Meanwhile, the youngest, Mor (Tess Hashiloni), is an unhappy soldier enduring both military bureaucracy and an immature, power-hungry commander—all while secretly pining for the most attractive guy in her unit.  Through quick-witted dialogue and a cast of eccentric characters who either assist or obstruct them along the way, Sisters stands out as an important series that shows what it means to be a woman in Israel at different stages of life. The relationship of the three sisters feels authentic and heartwarming, highlighting their imperfections in a way that makes you want to binge-watch the entire show. The series originally aired for three seasons (2016–2019), followed by a special fourth season set in India, which premiered in 2024. Watch the first episode (in Hebrew) here:

Dismissed (המפקדת): A Sharp and Gritty Military Dramedy

Switching gears from the urban chaos of Sisters to the rigid, absurd, and often frustrating world of the Israeli military, Dismissed offers an unfiltered look at life in the IDF—this time, through the eyes of young female soldiers. Created by Nir Berger and Atara Frish, the series follows Noa Levitan (Alona Sa’ar), a newly promoted officer who suddenly finds herself in charge of a platoon of struggling recruits at a remote training base. Noa, who was nearly kicked out of officer training herself, now has to prove she is up for the task—both to her soldiers and to her superiors. But the army is not exactly a meritocracy. Between pointless regulations, entitled male commanders, and a system that values obedience over creativity, Noa constantly faces an uphill battle. She has three commanders beneath her: sergeant Sapir (Maya Landsman), a seasoned commander who’s been in the unit much longer than she has and challenges Noa’s rigid approach; “Tsimer” (Carmel Bin), a cynical, rebellious soldier with little patience for authority and no problem calling out Noa’s weaknesses; and Tslil (Noa Astanjelove), the perfect, over-achieving, straight-A type who is always striving to be the best and aspires to become an officer herself. Dismissed is not a traditional military drama—it’s sharp, awkward, and painfully real, especially for those of us who actually served in units like these during our military service. It captures the contradictions of IDF service: the mix of power and powerlessness, the random rules that make no sense, and the absurdity of treating 18-year-olds like hardened warriors. Noa’s strict, sometimes cold approach and her lack of emotional intelligence make her an anti-hero—someone who often alienates both her commanders and her recruits. The tension between these women highlights how the IDF’s system clashes with individual personalities, and it’s this unpredictable, surprising dynamic that makes Dismissed a refreshingly unique show. Watch the first episode (in Hebrew) here: