Beneath The Helmet

Synopsis

Five Israeli high school graduates, Mekonen Abeba, Eden Adler, Coral Amarani, Oren Giladi, and Eilon Kohan, undergo eight months of military training as part of their mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces. Set against the backdrop of Israel's complex socio-political landscape, the documentary explores how this experience shapes their identities and core values. Directed by Wayne Kopping, the film provides an intimate look at the challenges and transformations these young individuals face as they transition from adolescence to adulthood.