Malachi - Winner of the Jerusalem Int'l Film Festival
Born with Treacher Collins Syndrome, a rare facial deformity, Malachi was abandoned at birth. His life takes an unexpected turn when a midwife decides to foster him, giving him the chance to grow up with stability, care, and a family. At the same time, his biological parents confront their decision, navigating guilt, responsibility, and the possibility of redemption.
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Malachi
A documentary by: Noam Demsky, Ido Bahat
(Israel 2025, 51 mins, Hebrew with English subtitles)
Synopsis:
Born with Treacher Collins Syndrome, a rare facial deformity, Malachi was abandoned at birth. His life takes an unexpected turn when a midwife decides to foster him, giving him the chance to grow up with stability, care, and a family. At the same time, his biological parents confront their decision, navigating guilt, responsibility, and the possibility of redemption.
Balancing intimacy and universality, Malachi explores family, belonging, and the transformative power of love—chosen and given.
Winner of the 2025 Jerusalem Int'l Film Festival for Best Documentary and Best Editing.
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FESTIVALS & SCREENINGS
- Jerusalem Int'l FF: Best documentary, Best editing
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