Cinematographer
Reviews
"Fauda" (2014) -
"Israel’s latest TV sensation Fauda is a great thriller."
"Why ‘Fauda’ Is One of the Best TV Shows You’ll Ever See."
"Netflix says it's found the next 'Homeland'."
"Hit Series ‘Fauda’ Tops Haim Saban’s List of Favorite Israeli Fare."
"On Netflix, the Borders Remain Open."
"5 Reasons to Make ‘Fauda’ Your Weekend Binge."
"FAUDA, on Netflix. Cool Israeli thriller. With episodes only a little longer than your average sitcom, it's all killer and no filler."
"Fauda: Beyond Homeland."
"The best TV shows on Netflix you’ve never heard of."
"But the series is so efficiently directed that you likely won’t care, and its engaging realism raises thought-provoking issues about terrorism and abuses of power."
"5 Underrated TV Shows You Should Watch Right Now."
An article about Fauda.
"Seven Minutes in Heaven" (2009) -
"Impressive virtuosity of photography by Nitay Netzer, capturing every nuance of Jerusalem photogenicity, entwining realism and delusion" (Hebrew).
"Stellar tech package is led by Nitay Netzer's vivid, beautifully composed widescreen HD lensing. Among the unforgettable images: Galia's eyes locking with those of the bomber, and the burned hulk of the destroyed bus".
"Phobidilia" (2010) -
"…but the excellent photography by Nitay Netzer (who also did a wonderful job in 'Seven Minutes in Heaven') instantly transforms the apartment into a claustrophobic den and spacious landscape as needed" (Hebrew)
Attaching an email recently sent by Alejandro
Amenabar (director of "Agora", "The Others", and "The Sea Inside"….):
Dear Yoav,
Finally! I was able to see your movie. I´m sorry for not doing it sooner. I was very busy when I got the copy and then I got sick and couldn´t watch it until now.
I really enjoyed it, beautifully shot and excellent performances. I hope it gets distribution soon in Spain. The fact that I have now to stay home resting -much like the main character- has made it especially appealing for me haha! Congratulations to you and Doron, you did a great work, and I´m looking forward to see your next project.
Take care.
Alejandro
"Hostages" (2013, 2015) -
"for a riveting, Israeli home-invasion thriller that is full of surprises."
"Tension runs high in Israeli original of television drama we know already."
"Israel is the new Denmark when it comes to scintillating drama. 'Hostages' occupies the BBC4 Saturday 9pm slot and is dramatically taut and Pinteresque in intent."
"Sophisticated, entertaining and outstanding in numerous ways, Hostages is a marvel of world television."
"Gripping Israeli drama Hostage depicts a conflict of great interest."
"for those who saw the US version, this original Hebrew series is FAR superior."
"Hostages is an intense thrill from beginning to end. The show makes you earn your right for a satisfying ending, but it still keeps you on your toes right to the last set of end credits. So go buy this series on DVD and have the perfect."
"Netflix Keeps Adding Israel’s Best TV Shows and Films. Here’s What You Should Watch."
"‘Hostages: The Complete Season One’ Review – Families are Nothing but Trouble."
An article about 'Hostages'.
"BBC4's Hostages is completely ludicrous – but still totally gripping."
An article about 'Hostages'.
An article about 'Hostages'.
An article about 'Hostages'.
"Troika" (2010) -
"Troika" - a Russian method of harnessing three horses to a carriage, used analogously here for a threesome whose energy is well balanced and highly functional, is an excellent television series. You can almost feel the attention to each frame, clearly evident in the exceptional photography and soundtrack. The actors, many of which as yet unknown to the native Israeli public, are convincing and their chemistry works" (Hebrew).
It's clear HOT invested quite a bit in Troika. The photography is first rate, the soundtrack catchy, and the decision to send the film crew to Moscow was the right choice, because this allowed them to film realistic outside scenes that don’t offend viewer sensibilities. Also, the casting of all the characters was excellent, and the ensemble – even the supporting roles – did good work, particularly Anna Stephan playing Veronica, Misha's girlfriend" (Hebrew).