URU

A ritual begins when words run out. When there is an existential, spiritual need for change, and there is no other way.

Credits

Directed by Itay Ganot

Itay Ganot is a director, choreographer, and founder of Modern Mystic Arts. With over two decades of experience in ritual performance and somatic transformation, he creates cinematic works that bridge art, healing, and social change.

Cinematography by Atmo Ketan

Special thanks to the cinematographer and editor who made this entire journey with me with extraordinary generosity Atmo Ketan.

Music by Nitay Zelniker & Einat Chitayat

Thanks to the drummers Nitay Zelniker & Einat Chitayat who shook us to the bone and accompanied us with devotion and thanks to the studio and institution in Israel for Japanese drumming TAIKO LIFE Israel.

Team

Thanks to the amazing team that made it all happen: Didi Glantz, Rivka Forest Karmeli, Efrat Kedem, Dvir Rozen, Ruty Hirshfeld.

Participants

Thanks to the participants themselves, who within a few sessions became a skilled ensemble that chose to hold the ceremonial action in the presence of the world. Thank you for the tremendous privilege.