Ephraim Kishon
Writing
- Born
- August 23, 1924 · Budapest, Hungary
- Died
- January 29, 2005 (age 80)
Ephraim Kishon was a Hungarian-born Israeli author, playwright, and film director, renowned for his satirical works that humorously depicted Israeli society. Born as Ferenc Hoffmann in Budapest, he survived the Holocaust by escaping from a Nazi labor camp. After World War II, he immigrated to Israel in 1949, where he adopted the name Ephraim Kishon. Kishon became one of Israel's most celebrated writers, publishing numerous satirical columns, books, and plays. His notable works include the film Sallah Shabati (1964), which won a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Academy Award, and The Policeman (1971), which also received international acclaim. Kishon's sharp wit and keen observations made him a beloved figure in Israeli culture. He passed away in Appenzell, Switzerland, at the age of 80.
Known for
Behind the camera11
- 2008Marriage Agreement Writer
- 1996Oh, oh Juliet Theatre Play
- 1986Zieh den Stecker raus, das Wasser kocht Director
- 1983Der Trauschein Director, Writer, Screenplay
- 1978The Fox in the Chicken Coop Director, Writer
- 1973The Going Up of David Lev Writer
- 1971The Policeman Director, Writer, Producer
- 1969Zieh den Stecker raus, das Wasser kocht Director
- 1969The Big Dig Director, Screenplay, Writer
- 1967