Incredible film and newsreel footage collection spanning from 1933 – 1957. Includes footage of The Israeli – Egyptian War, Palestinian refugee camps, Israel in the 30s, and Israeli life and culture.
Included Films:
Five Newsreels
Five Newsreels
Produced: 1955 – 1957
Length: 5 Minutes
This is a variety of five newsreels with footage about Israel, and includes footage of Israels war and entry into Egypt, as well as a Tel Aviv protest.
Sands Of Sorrow
Sands Of Sorrow
Produced: 1950
Length: 28 Minutes
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Labor of Thy Hands
Labor of Thy Hands
Produced: 1950s
Length: 14 Minutes
Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are invoked in Labor of thy Hand. In the film, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America helps young women of Israel in becoming skilled workers. The craft of weaving and book-making are some jobs that are shown. As they put together books of prayer books, these young people are getting the opportunity to build a life of their own. Labor of thy Hand’s goal is to send the message that anyone can do anything if they are given the liberty to learn and become productive.
Middle East
Middle East
Produced: 1933
Length: 16 Minutes
A silent film that gives a rare glimpse into 1930s Jerusalem and The Middle East is a must see. Shot by an amateur with a hand held camera this film takes an almost documentary look into the city of Jerusalem. Complete with scenes of street vendors cooking and selling food, people praying and mourning, hookah smoking, and marvellous panoramic views of the city there is not a hint of dishonesty or an American slant as the camera operator attempts to reveal a historicaly rich city in work, play and prayer.
