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Incitement (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Incitement is a 2019 thriller directed by Yaron Zilberman, starring Yehuda Nahari Halevi, Amitay Yaish Ben Ousilio and Ben Ousilio. It runs 2 hours 3 minutes and earned $143,159 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 63/100.

worldwide gross
$143.2K
Echo Score
63
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Incitement (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 3m (123 min)
Director
Yaron Zilberman
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Hebrew
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Incitement About?

The premise of Incitement without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A depiction of the lead-up to the 1995 assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin through the worldview of his assassin, Yigal Amir.

Incitement Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • rabin assassination
  • reference to yitzhak rabin
  • 1920s
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Cast & crew

Incitement Cast

Yehuda Nahari Halevi leads the cast, with Amitay Yaish Ben Ousilio and Ben Ousilio. Directed by Yaron Zilberman; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Yaron Zilberman

More films directed by Yaron Zilberman, best-rated first: A Late Quartet, Watermarks and Incitement.

Full filmography
Ratings

Incitement Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 63/100, strongest in character & emotion (78) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).

63 /100

Incitement Echo Score Breakdown

Incitement delivers a carefully constructed portrait of ideological extremism, anchored by a nuanced central performance that conveys both humanity and menace. The direction and technical execution are competent, offering a measured visual style that supports the narrative. However, the film’s pacing drags in places and its length amplifies a sense of overextension, leading to mixed reactions from audiences. The result is a moderately compelling work that resonates thematically but struggles to sustain engagement throughout its runtime.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 70

    In terms of direction and craft, the film showcases a measured pacing and competent visual composition that underpins the story. Critics note the screenplay’s deftness and technical proficiency, while some viewers point to an overlong early segment that hampers rhythm. The overall craftsmanship is solid, though editorial choices occasionally dilute momentum.

  • Character & Emotion 78

    When it comes to character depth, the lead portrayal is highlighted for its subtle humanity and unsettling intensity. Performances are generally praised for conveying the internal conflict of radicalization, though a few critics suggest the depiction risks glorifying the antagonist. The emotional resonance remains strong, making the central figure the film’s most compelling element.

  • Story & Flow 55

    The narrative structure balances a slow‑burn investigation with moments of heightened tension, earning commendation for avoiding simplistic explanations. Nevertheless, reviewers cite familiar ideological tropes and an uneven pacing that stretches the two‑hour runtime. While the thematic focus is provocative, the plot’s execution occasionally feels repetitive and overly dense.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    Sensory elements such as visual style and sound design receive limited specific commentary, yet the overall technical execution is regarded as competent. The film employs an understated color palette that aligns with its sober subject matter, and the sound mix supports the tension without drawing attention. The sensory experience is adequate but not a standout feature.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    Rewatch value is mixed; the heavy subject matter and deliberate pacing may deter casual repeat viewings, while the film’s thematic relevance and strong central performance encourage deeper reflection. Some audience members find the experience rewarding after an initial viewing, whereas others view it as a singular, demanding watch that offers limited additional insight on subsequent viewings.

Plot

Incitement Plot Summary

What happens in Incitement from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The narrative unfolds over the course of a single year in the life of Yigal Amir, portrayed by Yehuda Nahari Halevi, culminating in the historical assassination of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. The story begins with Amir attending a night funeral in Kiryat Arba, located near Hebron, for Baruch Goldstein. In Amir’s eyes, Goldstein was not a criminal but a man who had successfully carried out the will of God following a brutal massacre at a mosque.

Full summary

The whole story of Incitement, scene by scene

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Box office

Incitement Box Office

Incitement grossed $143,159 worldwide. $140,306 came from the US and Canada and $2,853 (2%) from the rest of the world.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$143.2K

US & Canada
$140.3K
International
$2.9K
US & Canada 98% Rest of the world 2%
Videos

Incitement Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 featurette.

Incitement | Official Trailer
  • Featurette INCITEMENT Director Q&A | TIFF 2019
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Incitement?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who is the target of Yigal Amir's assassination plot?

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FAQ

Incitement FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Incitement, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Incitement?

Incitement runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).

When was Incitement released?

Incitement was released on September 7, 2019.

Who directed Incitement?

Incitement was directed by Yaron Zilberman.

More films by Yaron Zilberman

Who is in the cast of Incitement?

Incitement stars Yehuda Nahari Halevi, Amitay Yaish Ben Ousilio and Ben Ousilio, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Incitement make at the box office?

Incitement grossed $143,159 worldwide ($140,306 domestic, $2,853 international).

Does Incitement have a post-credit scene?

No. Incitement has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Incitement in?

The original language of Incitement is Hebrew.

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