“Language Is Culture”: An Interview with Israeli Hollywood Writer and Director, Gideon Raff
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My endless fascination with language often leads me to find inspiration in unexpected places. I’ve made discoveries through foodfamily connectionstraveling and, of course, TV and movies. The power of film lies in its universality, its ability to tell a story that resonates with audiences around the globe. The ability to build connection and empathy through the cinema is one of the reasons I became an actor….

For this article I interviewed the world renowned director Gideon Raff. We spoke with me about his creative process, his experiences as a multilingual screenwriter, and how language inspires him.