About Valley of Tears

'Valley of Tears' is a 2020 war TV series that is set during the Yom Kippur War in Israel in 1973. This is a drama series that showcases the experiences and struggles of young combatants in a war that had no end. The series was created by Ron Leshem and Amit Cohen. The story takes us right to the heart of the fateful 1973 war, where it follows a band of soldiers who are thrown into the chaos and confusion of conflict. The unique perspective of the warriors, emotionally drained, physically exhausted, and mentally unprepared, delivers a fresh take on the hardships of war.

Making / Production

The creators, Ron Leshem and Amit Cohen collaborated with Daniel Amsel to tell this harrowing tale of survival and hardship. The series aimed to capture the reality of the war in as much detail as possible. Filmed in Israel, the series offers an authentic representation of the events that occurred during the Yom Kippur War.

Actors

• Aviv Alush as Yoav Mazuz: Alush plays the character of Yoav, a battle-hardened warrior known for his bravery and unwavering loyalty.
• Lee Biran as Avinoam Shapira: Biran's character, Avinoam, is a cryptographer using his skills to support his comrades in the fight.
• Shahar Taboch as Marco Moreno: Taboch's character, Marco, is a charismatic tank commander whose leadership skills are put to the test in the heat of battle.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• 'Valley of Tears' is one of the most expensive television productions in Israeli history.
• The series is based on true stories and real-life experiences from the Yom Kippur War.
• It took nearly a decade to complete the production of the series due to its enormous scale and complexity.

Awards

Although praised for its gripping portrayal of the Yom Kippur War, there are no specific awards associated with 'Valley of Tears' at the moment.

Quotes

• "This isn’t translatable. You’ll never understand if you weren’t there." - Yoav Mazuz
• "War is not a video game. It’s not something to be taken lightly." - Marco Moreno
• "In war, there are no rules, only survival." - Avinoam Shapira

Music and Soundtrack

• The series' haunting score was composed by Ben Frost, adding another layer of intensity to the heated battle sequences.
• A blend of contemporary and period music was incorporated to capture the essence of the 70s era.