Shivtown
"A retrospective look at three years of military service as a photographer in an isolated desert base. Through the camera and the craft of printing, Shivtown allows one to relive a reality that is barely comprehensible."
Released just last year. Shivtown is a documentary film. directed by Hillel Ben-Zeev Perlov. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
"Surrounded by dozens of soldiers like me, I was led by bus to a remote camp in the desert, a place I knew nothing about. As a military photographer, I collected fragments of moments in my photos, serving as solid evidence for me." Shivtown is the story of an ordinary soldier who, in an intimate and courageous act, revisits memories from his military service through the still images he captured with an analog camera.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 26, 2025
9 months ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- oriGine Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shivtown about?
"Surrounded by dozens of soldiers like me, I was led by bus to a remote camp in the desert, a place I knew nothing about. As a military photographer, I collected fragments of moments in my photos, ...
Who directed Shivtown?
Shivtown was directed by Hillel Ben-Zeev Perlov.
How long is Shivtown?
Shivtown has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was Shivtown released?
Shivtown was released on March 26, 2025 in theaters.