Nadav Lapid

Director

Israeli Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel Aries 177 cm

Quick Info

ProfessionDirector
NationalityIsraeli
Date of Birth08/04/1975
Age51 years
BirthplaceTel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
Zodiac SignAries

Latest News about Nadav Lapid

08/06/2026

Nadav Lapid withdrew from the FID Marseille festival after a boycott campaign and protests over his participation. The withdrawal followed criticism tied to the financing and political context of his film Yes, which had been set to screen at the event.

06/06/2026

Nadav Lapid was reported to have pulled out of FID Marseille amid controversy and boycott calls. The dispute centered on opposition from some filmmakers and activists over his participation in the festival.

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Bio/Wiki

Known for
  • Making controversial remarks on the Bollywood film The Kashmir Files
  • Directing films including Policeman (2011), The Kindergarten Teacher (2014), Synonyms (2019), Ahed's Knee (2021), and Yes (2025)
  • Films that usually involve strong criticism of Israeli nationalism and identity in the 21st century

Physical Stats & More

Height177 cm
Weight65 kg
Eye ColorHazel Green
Hair ColorBald

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees
  • Philosophy
  • French Literature
Film SchoolSam Spiegel Film & Television School, Jerusalem

Personal Life

ReligionJudaism
EthnicityAshkenazi Jews

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Family
WifeNaama Preis
Parents
FatherHaim Lapid (scriptwriter and director)
MotherEra Lapid (deceased)
SiblingsItamar Lapid (filmmaker)

Career

Debut (Direction)Ha-shoter (Policeman) (2011)
Awards
  • Gottlieb Award for Best Screenplay at Jerusalem Film Festival (2011)
  • Best Director’s Award at Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema for Ha-shoter (2012)
  • New Directors Prize at San Francisco International Film Festival for Ha-shoter (2012)
  • Award of the Israeli Film Academy for Best Screenplay for Haganenet (2014)
  • Golden Train Award for Best Director at Faro Island Film Festival (2014)
  • Silver Peacock Award for Best Director at International Film Festival of India (2014)
  • Jury Prize at Locarno Film Festival for Policeman (2011)
  • Best Film Award at Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema (BAFICI) for Policeman (2011)
  • Best Film award at San Francisco International Film Festival for Policeman (2011)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Nadav Lapid, a former member of the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), retired from military service.
2. He is recognized for his supportive stance towards Palestine and critical views on Israel.
3. Nadav Lapid was a conscript in the IDF, serving for 32 months.
4. He played a role in the Israeli documentary 'Diary 1973-1983'.
5. In 2001, he wrote the novel 'Continua Bailando'.
6. He served in the Israeli Intelligence Service after initial IDF plans were cut short due to health issues.
7. Directed the medium-length film 'From the Diary of a Wedding Photographer', screened at the 55th Semaine de la Critique.

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