When does Seven Blessings take place in Bielefeld?

The screening will take place on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 7 PM to 9 PM at Lichtwerk Bielefeld.

Where will the film be shown?

Seven Blessings is screened at Lichtwerk in Ravensberger Park 7, 33607 Bielefeld.

How much does the entry cost?

The entry costs 7 euros. Tickets are available online and at the box office.

In which language will the film be shown?

The film is shown in the original language with dialogues in Hebrew, Arabic, and French, as well as English subtitles.

What is Seven Blessings about?

The focus is on Dan and Marie, whose wedding week triggers a series of joyful feasts, family conflicts, and repressed secrets.

Is there an introduction or discussion about the film?

Before the film, there is a brief introduction. Afterwards, there is an opportunity to discuss the film together in the foyer.

Seven Blessings in Bielefeld: When Wedding, Tradition, and Family Secrets Explode

Name: Israeli Film Days: Seven Blessings
Start: 2026-11-12T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-12T21:00:00+01:00
Location: Lichtwerk

Seven Blessings: Israeli Cinema between Festivity, Family Secrets, and Forgiveness

The Israeli Film Days 2026 present Seven Blessings, an award-winning Israeli drama, at Lichtwerk Bielefeld. On Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7 PM, an impressive cinematic journey to Jerusalem in the 1990s begins – in the original with Hebrew, Arabic, and French dialogues and English subtitles.

A Wedding Week Full of Joy and Tensions

Dan and Marie are getting married. After the wedding, a week of celebrations and lavish feasts follows, during which the couple is honored and celebrated according to Jewish tradition. However, amidst heartfelt connections, joyous moods, and family rituals, old wounds, repressed conflicts, and dark secrets come to light.

Comedy, Drama, and a Multi-faceted Family Portrait

Director Ayelet Menahemi combines humorous moments with emotional depth in Seven Blessings. The film tells stories of tradition and adaptation, cultural identity, hurt, and forgiveness. Large meals become a stage for unspoken truths, while laughter and tears effortlessly intertwine.

Award-winning Israeli Cinema at Lichtwerk

The film produced in 2023 won ten awards at the Ophir Awards, the Israeli film award – including Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Actress. At the Toronto Jewish Film Festival 2024, Seven Blessings also received the award for Best Feature Film. With a runtime of 108 minutes, the evening offers a focused, immersive cinematic experience.

Opening of the Israeli Film Days 2026

Before the screening, there will be a brief introduction. Afterwards, the foyer invites discussion about film, society, and the cultural perspectives of Israeli cinema. The Israeli Film Days are organized by the German-Israeli Society Bielefeld, the Young Forum of DIG Bielefeld, the Embassy of the State of Israel, and Kamera and Lichtwerk Bielefeld.

Conclusion: A Cinematic Evening that Resonates

Seven Blessings awaits the audience as a moving blend of family comedy, social drama, and award-winning auteur cinema. Those wishing to explore Israeli film culture and experience an evening of festive tables, traditions, and emotional truths will find the perfect setting at Lichtwerk Bielefeld.