https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/86dd5492-a0ad-4522-bf94-d78242d78169 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddem5RlB3bQe99wyY49g0g/join Help us preserve, scan and post more rare and endangered films! Join us on Patreon. Visit https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Visit our website www.PeriscopeFilm.com This film "Kibbutz Daphna" (1965) provides an in-depth look at life in Kibbutz Daphna in northern Israel, highlighting its evolution over 25 years from a struggling pioneer settlement to a thriving agricultural community. Founded by Jewish immigrants under British rule in 1940, Daphna embodies socialist ideals such as shared ownership, equality, and communal living. Residents work together in farming, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, with all contributions valued equally. Children are raised communally, emphasizing cooperation, responsibility, and personal growth. Education is progressive and non-competitive, and citizens serve in the military as a rite of passage. Cultural life, democratic decision-making, and a deep connection to Jewish heritage enrich the community. It stands as a symbol of resilience, unity, and the fulfillment of a shared vision. The film was produced and directed by Ray Garner and written by Virginia Garner. 00:00: Introduction to Kibbutz Life A look at Israeli kibbutzim after 50 years, where 80,000 people live by socialist ideals. Daphna (Dafna), a kibbutz in northern Galilee, has 700 residents. Focus on shared ownership, dignity of labor, and equality. 1:20: Founding and Early Challenges. Yosef, a founding pioneer, reflects on the kibbutz's beginnings under British rule. The entire kibbutz was constructed in one day to avoid British restrictions. Early years were full of hardship: illness, war, sacrifice. 2:58: Agricultural Success & Communal Living . Swamps drained and irrigation developed; fish farming introduced. Detailed breakdown of food production and daily meal preparation. Air-conditioned dining hall central to life; everyone helps, including Yosef. 5:12: Immigration & Integration A Jewish family from India (Ephraim’s) joins the kibbutz, adapting to manual work and communal life. Sarah, Ephraim’s wife, works in the kitchen and visits the now-valued beauty parlor. 7:04: Evolving Roles & Healthcare. Amotsz, born on the kibbutz, now handles farm machinery. Medical care is fully provided through the kibbutz system. 8:22: Children’s Communal Upbringing . Children live in age-based houses to free women for equal work roles. Mothers have a 6-week maternity break but babies are cared for communally. Parents visit nightly; strong but shared parental bonds. 10:04: Democratic Governance Weekly general assembly includes all over 18; truly democratic. Secretariat executes decisions; all departments represented. 11:45: Shared Labor & Productivity Everyone works for the collective good. Even those who can't work in fields contribute, e.g., in the shoe factory. 13:18: Children's Education and Individuality. Kids are part of a miniature kibbutz society. Individuality is encouraged even in this communal structure. Strong adult-child relationships. 15:04: Language, History, and Cultural Connection . Hebrew revived as national language. Bible used as a history text; visits to historical sites. 16:49: Children’s Work & Life Lessons Kids contribute 11% of kibbutz production; work 0.5–2 hours/day. Younger children have their own mini-farm and communal bath. 18:43: Education & Personal Growth . Taught by nurse-educators up to 8th grade. High school has no exams or grades—students learn at their own pace. Yosef teaches advanced physics; student committees help schedule work/study balance. 20:29: Military Service & Security. Mandatory military service: 2.5 years for boys, 2 for girls. Daphna is a border kibbutz; residents are trained for emergencies and defense. 21:53: Arts, Leisure, and Celebrations. Life includes theater, gym, and cultural events. Jewish holidays celebrated, like symbolic wheat cutting at Passover. 23:02: Legacy and Ideals. Yosef and peers see their dreams realized after 25 years. Children and grandchildren continue their vision. Daphna symbolizes unity of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim heritage. Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. For almost two decades, we've worked to collect, scan and preserve the world as it was captured on 35mm, 16mm and 8mm movies -- including home movies, industrial films, and other non-fiction. If you have endangered films you'd like to have scanned, or wish to donate celluloid to Periscope Film so that we can share them with the world, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us via the weblink below. 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