Jorge Gurvich

Movies

Back To Maracanã
Writer
Roberto, divorced with a failing business, his son Itay, a spoiled child that snubs his father and despises soccer, and the grandfather Samuel, an enthusiastic soccer fan that recently found out he doesn’t have much time to live, depart spontaneously to the World Cup Games in Brazil- their former homeland. Their unplanned trip turns into an emotional journey that changes all of them forever.
Back To Maracanã
Director
Roberto, divorced with a failing business, his son Itay, a spoiled child that snubs his father and despises soccer, and the grandfather Samuel, an enthusiastic soccer fan that recently found out he doesn’t have much time to live, depart spontaneously to the World Cup Games in Brazil- their former homeland. Their unplanned trip turns into an emotional journey that changes all of them forever.
Mrs. Moskowitz and the Cats
Producer
When Yolanda Moscowitz, a retired French teacher, wakes up in a hospital geriatric ward, she is convinced it must be a mistake. But the titanium plate in her hip confines her to a wheelchair and to a lengthy convalescence. Nonetheless, Yolanda discovers a new life in the hospital. She develops a close relationship with Allegra, a solitary woman who is her roommate, and she meets Shaul, a former soccer player, who makes her feel certain emotions she thought had vanished from her life for good.
Mrs. Moskowitz and the Cats
Director
When Yolanda Moscowitz, a retired French teacher, wakes up in a hospital geriatric ward, she is convinced it must be a mistake. But the titanium plate in her hip confines her to a wheelchair and to a lengthy convalescence. Nonetheless, Yolanda discovers a new life in the hospital. She develops a close relationship with Allegra, a solitary woman who is her roommate, and she meets Shaul, a former soccer player, who makes her feel certain emotions she thought had vanished from her life for good.
Roee Tal Caspi
Mentor
A story about an Israeli kid from Herzliya Pituah who loves cinema. One day he meets a 36 years old Taiwanese woman and his life will never be the same.
Gentila
Cinematography
A drama about four malcontent and oddly matched characters on a three-day journey. Each an outcast: Gadi, a petty criminal on parole seeking to make his way back into mainstream society; Yitzhak, his pensive, naive, and serious younger brother; Shoshana, a serious criminal who insists on tormenting the group; and a young, pregnant, Russian immigrant who has left her husband an meets up with the other three in a coffee shop. The characters together define their obvious marginalization from society and their search for individual dignity.
The Revenge of Itzik Finkelstein
Cinematography
In this surreal comedy, a ghost monk convinces Itzik, a keychain importer living with his mother, to take revenge on those who are responsible for his pathetic situation. Surprisingly, the collaboration with the monk improves Itzic's life.
Everlasting Joy
Cinematography
A descendant of Spinoza is living, translating, and commenting on life today.
No Te Metas
Cinematography
Argentinian immigrant and political activist, Miguel, reflects on his escape from the regime attacks of De Mayo Plaza the week of his mother’s birthday in Israel when he’s suspected of a terrorist plotting.
The Cage
Cinematography
Directed by Amit Goren.
It's That Age
Cinematography
From Tel Aviv, the first Israeli lesbian love story, It's That Age. Daniella is a bratty, confused teen who keeps singing "The Man I Love" to herself; instead of a man, she finds Michal, a 32-year-old sculptress who lives in a seductive, overblown studio apartment. They embark on an intense and moody affair, bound to end in tears - but affecting along the way.
Himmo, King of Jerusalem
Cinematography
Adapted from Yoram Kaniuk's best-selling novel, this heart-rending love story unfolds during the siege of Jerusalem in 1948. A young and beautiful volunteer nurse is drawn to the enigmatic Himmo, a mortally wounded and mutilated soldier who cannot speak or move.