Set in 1990s Israel, Tongue Behind Teeth (Israel, 2025 | 25 minutes | Russian, Bukhari, Hebrew | English subtitles)
follows Natasha, a 15-year-old immigrant from Uzbekistan, as she navigates ambition, identity, and social aspiration through a complicated relationship with Arthur, a 21-year-old Russian newcomer. The film compellingly explores the emotional cost of social climbing, shedding light on the tensions of immigrant life in a transformative era.
Congratulations to Ira Eduardovna on winning the Diamond Award for best narrative short at the 2025 Jerusalem Film Festival for her thought-provoking film, ‘Tongue Behind Teeth’.
This prestigious recognition reflects Ira Eduardovna’s exceptional cinematic vision and her ability to portray intimate, complex human stories with nuance and depth.
We look forward to seeing her continued contributions to the world of cinema.
