Roman Shumunov

About

Roman Shumunov is an award-winning Israeli film director, screenwriter, and editor, recognized for his emotionally resonant storytelling and his ability to explore complex social and historical themes. His body of work spans documentaries and dramas that captivate audiences worldwide, offering narratives that inspire, entertain, and provoke thought.

• The Things That Were Lost (2024): This critically acclaimed three-part mini-series, set in the aftermath of the October 7th massacre, follows two teenagers grappling with grief and trauma. It is the only major series to address this sensitive topic, yet it handles it with remarkable skill and tenderness, earning praise for its emotionally charged and delicate storytelling.
• Memory Forest (2022): This series follows a group of Israeli teens on a school trip to Poland’s concentration camps, where they confront the lasting memory of the Holocaust. It poignantly explores how the younger generation processes historical trauma while forming personal connections. The series won first prize for Best Series at the BANFF Media Festival in 2023 and was nominated for an International Emmy.
• Munich 72 (2022): A gripping three-part series about the 1972 Munich Olympic Games massacre, created in collaboration with Global Screen and Israeli broadcaster Ch8.
• Generation 1.5 (2022): This three-episode TV series became one of the most discussed Israeli productions of the year, exploring the complex identities of young immigrants.
• Berenshtein — The Last Partisan (2021): An award-winning epic drama based on the true story of WWII hero Leonid Berenshtein, the film has been translated into dozens of languages and screened globally, further solidifying Roman’s international recognition.
• Back to Chernobyl (2020): A critically acclaimed documentary that was showcased at film festivals worldwide, shedding light on the human impact of the Chernobyl disaster.
• Here and Now (2018): A social drama that won the Ophir Award for Best Music, and also earned Best Screenplay and Best Film at various international festivals.
• Babylon Dreamers (2016): This documentary opened the DocAviv International Film Festival, winning first prize and earning Roman the title of the festival’s most promising young director.
• No One But Us (2011): This award-winning short film earned several prestigious accolades, including Best Original Music at the Cinema South Film Festival and Best Short Film at the Mexico International Film Festival. It highlighted Roman’s early talent as a director and storyteller.