Maia Zinshtain

Maia Zinshtain is an acclaimed Israeli filmmaker known for her impactful documentaries that often delve into complex social and political issues. In 2018, she gained international recognition when her documentary 'Tahora Le'ad' won an Emmy Award in the category of documentary films focusing on politics and governance. The film candidly explored the reactions of the extremist fan group La Familia to the signing of two Chechen Muslim players by the Israeli soccer club Beitar Jerusalem, shedding light on the pervasive issues of racism and violence in Israeli society.