sentences:  In addition to winning a special commendation by the Prix Europa for "A Philosopher for All Seasons" in 1991, his films have been screened at the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam, the Jerusalem Film Festival, the San Diego Jewish Film Festival, and numerous international, human rights and Jewish film festivals.Born in Romania, Benny Brunner immigrated to Israel at age five.According to "Guernica Magazine", Brunner's early memories include political shouting matches between his father and uncle.