Golda Meir: Portraying a Historic Leader

This chapter discusses the involvement of actress Helen Mirren in a movie about Golda Meir, focusing on her connection to Israel and her deep interest in portraying the former prime minister. It mentions Mirren's visit to Israel after the Six Day War, her time volunteering in a kibbutz, and her strong sense of Jewish and Israeli identity. The chapter also highlights how Mirren's grandson played a role in convincing the producers that she was the ideal choice to play Golda Meir.