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Esther Kling is a renowned casting director known for her work in both Israeli and international film and television. She has been recognized for her exceptional talent in discovering and nurturing new acting talent, and her contributions have earned her several prestigious awards and nominations.

Early Life and Education

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Esther Kling was born and raised in Israel. Details about her early life and education are not widely publicized, but her career trajectory suggests a deep passion for the arts and a keen eye for talent from an early age.

Career

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Esther Kling began her career in casting in the early 2000s. She founded KlingCasting in 2002 in Tel Aviv, Israel. Her company quickly became a significant player in the Israeli and international film community, known for casting many award-winning films and TV productions.

Notable Works

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Kling's notable works include:

  • Unorthodox (2020): A critically acclaimed mini-series for which she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Casting for a Limited Series.[1]
  • Come Closer (2024): Another significant project showcasing her casting prowess.
  • Shoshana (2023): A film that further solidified her reputation in the industry.

She has also worked on numerous other projects, including "The Debt" (2010), "Greenhouse Academy" (2017–2020), and "Spell Keepers" (2017–2019)2.

Awards and Nominations

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Esther Kling has received several awards and nominations throughout her career:

  • Primetime Emmy Nomination: For Outstanding Casting for a Limited Series for "Unorthodox".
  • German Television Academy Award (DAFF): Winner.[2]
  • Israeli Film Academy Award (Ophir): Winner.[2]

Contributions and Impact

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Kling is a member of the International Casting Directors Network (ICDN) and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences[2]. Her work has been instrumental in discovering and promoting a vast majority of Israeli stars and leading actors under 35[2]. She has cast projects in multiple languages, including English, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian, French, and Amharic1.

References

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  1. ^ "Emmys nomination".{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. ^ a b c d "Kling-Casting". klingcasting (in Hebrew). Retrieved 2024-09-02.
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