Ephraim Kishon
- Known for
- Writing
- Born
- August 23, 1924
- Died
- January 29, 2005
- Birthplace
- Budapest, Hungary
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.
Filmography
Marriage Agreement 2008
Writer
- Oh, oh Juliet
Oh, oh Juliet 1996
Theatre Play
- Zieh den Stecker raus, das Wasser kocht
Zieh den Stecker raus, das Wasser kocht 1986
Director
- Der Trauschein
Der Trauschein 1983
Director, Writer, Screenplay
The Fox in the Chicken Coop 1978
Director, Writer
- The Going Up of David Lev
The Going Up of David Lev 1973
Writer
The Policeman 1971
Director, Writer, Producer
- Zieh den Stecker raus, das Wasser kocht
Zieh den Stecker raus, das Wasser kocht 1969
Director
The Big Dig 1969
as Driver, Director, Screenplay, Writer
Ervinka 1967
as Motorradwerbespotregisseur, Actor, Director, Screenplay, Producer
Sallah 1964
Director, Writer
Credits from TMDB.