Prisoner
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Yaakav Gur, the father of the film's director, was taken prisoner by the Egyptians in the Yom Kippur War. Yaakov's Post Traumatic Stress Disorder was not diagnosed and treated for many years, resulting in significant dysfunction within the family. Isca Gur bravely decides to tackle her father on some painful realities concerning his years as a POW, breaking many years of silence.
Crew
Director:
Isca Gur
Producer:
Isca Gur
Screenwriter:
Isca Gur
Cinematographer:
Avishag Elbaz
Editor:
Ilan Eshkoli
Screenings & Prizes
Awards
Best Documentary, Ma'aleh Competiton 2006
Festivals
International Student Film Festival, Brazil 2006
International Jewish Film Festival, Mexico 2006