Shai Karmali Polak

Shai Karmali Polak is an Israeli filmmaker and activist known for his work focusing on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His recent film, 'The Sea,' which explores the story of a Palestinian boy's longing to visit the sea, was selected to represent Israel at the Oscars. Karmali Polak has spent over two decades documenting the realities faced by Palestinians, and he often emphasizes the human aspects of the conflict in his work. He aims to bridge the gap between different narratives and promote understanding through cinema. His film has generated discussions around representation and the complexities of identity in contemporary Israel.