Jerusalem Cinematheque-Israel Film Archive

the jerusalem cinematheque-israel film archive is a jerusalem treasure, a local, national and international resource dedicated to promoting the art of cinema and the preservation and study of film. the cinematheque`s home is a stunning complex overlooking the ben hinnom valley, the old city of jerusalem and mount zion. marcello mastroianni the famous italian actor who was a guest at one of the jerusalem film festivals in the 1980's said: "this is the most beautiful cinematheque in the world." the jerusalem cinematheque, a non-profit organization, encourages cross cultural understanding through cinema and draws the most diverse community of any arts institution in israel. comprised of a world-renowned film archive, screening auditoriums, a sophisticated educational curriculum for children and adults, and a comprehensive resource library, this museum of cinema is a hive of activity with programs scheduled seven days a week.