Director: Shira Cohen Elias

Synopsis: During a painting session, the relationship between the painter and the model is disturbed. The “muse” develops her own desires and feelings. What is more important, art or life?

Bio: Shira Cohen Elias born in Jerusalem 1975. Studied film at the Sam Spiegel School. Shira’s “Raw Dates” participated in many international festivals and won awards, including: Gold Plaque Award for Best Student Narrative-Chicago International, USA, 2001, Best Student production award- Melbourne International film Festival, Australia 2001. She graduated with a b.e.d.f.a degree. Filmmaker, teacher, editor.

Program: Do You Hear Me? – VAEFF 2022