Rio & Nafez
An unexpected, pure friendship unfolds between Rio, a Jewish boy, and Nafez, a Palestinian boy. Together, they share magical childhood moments, building a small world apart from the conflict. When war intrudes, their bond is tested, raising questions of identity, belonging, and the true power of friendship.
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Mayan Ninio Director · Neta Braun Editor Tamara Mamon Editor
First release May 28, 2026 · Languages Arabic, Hebrew · Production Gesher Multicultural Film Fund, The Blavatnik Student Film Production Fund
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The Steve Tisch School of Film and Television
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Gesher Multicultural Film Fund
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The Blavatnik Student Film Production Fund
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Original title
ריו ונאפז
Original language
Hebrew
Spoken on screen
Arabic · Hebrew
Release dates
Israel · May 28, 2026
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