Metallic Blues received much acclaim in its native Israel upon its release, being nominated at the Israeli Academy Awards for best picture, best actor, best supporting actor, and best screenplay and editing. Ivgy ultimately won as best supporting actor for his performance as the bewildered and apprehensive Siso.
Metallic Blues received widespread praise in Israel when it was released, earning nominations at the Israeli Academy Awards for best picture, best actor, best supporting actor, and best screenplay and editing. Ivgy won the award for best supporting actor for his role as bewildered and apprehensive Siso.