Film Festival

Sapir

Dates : May 10, 2025 — May 11, 2025

Sapir Berman is a trailblazer in the global movement for LGBTQ+ inclusion in professional sports. Born near Haifa, she quickly rose from soccer player to Premier League referee at 26, all while keeping her true identity a secret. When she came out as a transgender woman, she faced the challenge of continuing her career during her transition.

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Sapir

An engrossing portrait of the world’s first professional league transgender football referee, who finds herself at personal and professional crossroads. Sapir Berman has worked hard to become a well-respected Israeli professional football league referee. Her determination to continue pursuing her dreams, both on and off the field – never losing the charisma and drive that makes her such a compelling figure – makes Sapir a captivating experience; a sensitive profile of an individual living their life on their terms.

Conversation with director Liran Atzmor following all screenings.