Shorts Block: Yeruham

The Miami Jewish Film Festival is proud to partner with Yerucham, Miami’s Sister City, to present a special shorts program spotlighting stories created in and about Yeruham by emerging Israeli filmmakers. This unique program features four captivating short films produced under the guidance of Doc Aviv’s Negev Mar’ot Program, which nurtures creative talent in Israel's southern region. With additional support from M-Y P2G, which provided subtitling for each film, this initiative celebrates the cultural exchange and shared stories that unite our communities while showcasing the artistic voices shaping the future of Israeli cinema.

BY THE SWEAT OF YOUR BROW
Directed by Shlomit Eitam
Israel | 18 minutes | 2019

Haim Allalouf, a well-known and beloved figure born in Morocco, reflects on his remarkable journey. Orphaned at a young age, he faced an uncertain future but, with resilience and the support of his wife, built a life filled with family, purpose, and fulfilled dreams in Yeruham.

OUR HOME CLUB
Directed by Ilana Bril
Israel | 15 minutes | 2022

This film explores a vibrant club for elderly Russian-speaking immigrants from the former Soviet Union living in Yeruham, where culture, art, and music take center stage.

SARAH'S BINDER
Directed by Moshe Glantz
Israel | 16 minutes | 2019

Sarah Vaknin runs a small gift and stationery shop at the heart of Yeruham's commercial center. Over the years, she has transformed it into a welcoming haven where locals—Jews and Bedouins, immigrants and veterans, young and old—seek her help, guidance, and warm support. With a smile and boundless generosity, Sarah has made her shop a cornerstone of the community.