
King Khat
by Uri Marantz
Gabi, a young Israeli scientist became fascinated by the psycho-active influences of the Khat plant. After a thorough study of the Israeli law of illegal substances he was surprised to find that Cathinone – the active substance in Khat- was not listed as an illegal drug. Following this revelation, he decided to try and synthesis the molecule by himself. What began years ago, as a non-harmful local home experiment developed into a full-blown international operation that changed global approach toward drugs in a profound way. His synthetic Cathinone became known as Hagigat, the famous legal drug that conquered the streets of Tel-Aviv. Later, applying the same principals he created more than 30 new psycho-active molecules, and distributed them all around the globe.
Animation Producer
Liran Koren, Doron Suliman
Animation Concept & Animator
Nir Matarasso
Productions Designer, Animation & Background design
Dafna Englander
Composition & Aftereffects
Pan Animation – Ariad Shiknagi & Maor Ishay
Uri was born and raised in Beer Sheva, Israel, and later graduated from Tel Aviv University. Known for his work as a television writer and creator, he is best known for the hit series “Daddy,” which aired on HOT. “King Khat” marks his debut as a filmmaker.
Black Night Tallin Film Festival 2023 (Rebels with a Cause Section)
Haifa international Film Festival 2023