The NeedyMonster
Apr 01, 2025
Director
Itamar kimaOverview
"The NeedyMonster" is the multi-award-winning short film that swept international festivals and took home several Academy Awards. It tells the unforgettable story of Jonathan, a sensitive young boy caught in the emotional whirlwind of leaving his childhood home. Out of his deepest fears and longing bursts the NeedyMonster—an oddly sweet, clingy creature with וואחד פה ג'ורה and a romantic (and a bit sexual) drama with Jonathan in the background. As Jonathan’s world spins out of control, the line between reality and imagination blurs. With stunning visuals and a heart-punch of a story, The NeedyMonster dives into the chaos of childhood emotion, showing that sometimes our most annoying monsters are just the parts of us screaming to be heard. Hailed as “a masterpiece of emotional fantasy” by critics worldwide, this film isn’t just seen—it’s felt.
Cast of The NeedyMonster
Crew of The NeedyMonster
Itamar kimaDirector, Script, Writer- Noam DotanProducer
- Noam ZandEditor
- Amir MeyuhasEffects Supervisor
- Sam nikitinCinematography
- Iris OzerEditorial Consultant
- Yaron AraziScript Supervisor, Production Accountant
- Avshalom Harlap Ben Bina yeah!Lighting Director, Lighting Artist
Lia BarnettSound- Ben DrumerProduction Controller
- Itay LahavArt Direction
- עיליי חניןAssistant Camera
- נעמי רינותLighting Technician
- שפי דהןBoom Operator
- מיכל בצלאלContinuity
- אלונה פרגArt Department Trainee
- yoram shapiraFirst Assistant "D" Camera
About The NeedyMonster
What is The NeedyMonster about?
"The NeedyMonster" is the multi-award-winning short film that swept international festivals and took home several Academy Awards. It tells the unforgettable story of Jonathan, a sensitive young boy caught in the emotional whirlwind of leaving his childhood home. Out of his deepest fears and longing bursts the NeedyMonster—an oddly sweet, clingy creature with וואחד פה ג'ורה and a romantic (and a…
When was The NeedyMonster released?
The NeedyMonster was released on April 1, 2025.
Who directed The NeedyMonster?
The NeedyMonster was directed by Itamar kima.
Who is in the cast of The NeedyMonster?
The cast of The NeedyMonster includes Refael Even Hoshan (Jonathan), Omri Rubin (MONSTER!), itamar kima (DIERECTOR) and yoram shapira (Pasta Bowl).