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saar_herut_sition_(1996)_>
is a multidisciplinary video artist and producer of queer cultural events. a graduate of a Bachelor's degree in Screen Based Arts. Their work primarily focuses on issues of identity, class, gender, queer culture, and Middle Eastern Jewish heritage.
Saar is the founder and artistic director of the Queer Film Festival in Jerusalem.
“De Ranas" is their graduation film.

the_headlines_>

1. national profile article on Ynet - Israel’s leading news outlet:
   a deep dive into Saar’s work as an intersectional artist and their leadership roles within the Israeli LGBTQ+ community. the article explores their film 'De Ranas', the founding of the Queer Film Festival Jerusalem, and how Saar uses creative production to navigate complex social tensions. ranked in Ynet’s Top 4 most-read stories on release.

2. MYnet’s “2020’s people of the year”:
   a proud milestone in Saar’s journey was being recognized as one of Bat Yam's 'People of the Year' for thier work with The Pride Wave (HaGal HaGe'eh). during a pivotal time, at the peak of the pandemic, they led initiatives to strengthen LGBTQ+ visibility and safety. this experience in grassroots activism and community leadership continues to drive Saar’s approach to collaborative projects today.

annoying_productions_>
annoying Productions, led by Saar Sition, is a queer-centric production house with six years of experience in end-to-end video, sound, and event management. We specialize in activism-driven collaborations between NGOs and queer-focused businesses, most notably producing the Queer Film Festival Jerusalem (QFFJLM). From international partnerships with the German ‘Willy Brandt Center for Peace’ to local grassroots initiatives, backed by Jerusalem’s ‘Open House for Pride and Tolerance’, our work is dedicated to providing a platform for silenced voices, from the Trans*-Queer spectrum to Palestinian and Mizrahi creators, ensuring authentic representation through professional excellence.