Moving Image Hosts A Conversation With Israeli writer Yael Hedaya

Acclaimed Israeli novelist Yael Hedaya (Eden, Accidents: A Novel) was one of the main writers for the Israeli television series Be-tipul (In Treatment), which was the basis of the popular HBO show. On Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. Museum of the Moving Image will present a discussion with Hedaya about the creation and development of the original series, and the exploration of therapy and relationships in her novels, stories, and screenplays. A complete episode of Be-tipul will be screened, followed by a conversation moderated by Chief Curator David Schwartz.

The program is presented in collaboration with the PEN World Voices Festival of International Literature.

Hedaya's novel Accidents was a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award in 2006. She is currently teaching creative writing at the Tel Aviv University and the Open University, and screenwriting at Sapir College.

Tickets: $15 public / $10 Museum members and PEN Festival attendees / Free for Silver Screen members and above. Buy tickets online at http://movingimage.us. Members and PEN Festival attendees may reserve tickets in advance by calling 718 777 6800.

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