Lir Katz

Lir Katz isn’t some overnight sensation—she’s actually been around the block, quietly building a pretty wild filmography. You might’ve caught her in “Parashat Ha-Shavua” way back in 2006 (yeah, if you were still using MySpace, that’s how far we’re going), and honestly, she’s only leveled up since then. Fast forward to 2021, and she pops up in “HaMefakedet,” a series that dives deep into Israeli military life—think less Hollywood gloss, more raw, awkward, kind-of-hilarious camaraderie. Lir’s got this knack for playing characters who feel painfully real. No sugar-coating, no melodrama—just regular people trying to keep their heads above water. And then there’s “Tatami” (2023), which is not just another blip on her resume. This one’s a whole vibe shift, with a focus on judo, politics, and the kind of emotional tension that sneaks up and socks you right in the gut. Lir doesn’t just blend into the background, either—her presence is magnetic. You can tell she’s not afraid to dig into complicated roles, the kind where you’re never really sure if you love or hate the character, but you can’t look away. There’s grit, there’s humor, there’s a sense that she’s always a little bit in on the joke. If you’re keeping tabs, Lir Katz is definitely one to watch—she’s got that rare combo of guts and vulnerability that makes her work stand out, even when the credits roll and you’re left sitting there, still thinking about it.