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Australian Premiere

"Incredible acting and phenomenal storytelling." - Jury Statement, Boca International Jewish Film Festival

In this explosive true-crime drama, a newly married young man’s ambition to open a computer store in his ultra-Orthodox Jerusalem neighbourhood becomes a shocking and violent clash of tradition versus modernity.

Devout yeshiva student Yair tries to support his family with a new business, introducing outside technology into the cloistered community. Despite efforts to adhere to strict Haredi rules, he faces vehement opposition from the locals, leading to rising tensions, the threat of violence, and marital strain, culminating in a decisive showdown.

Nominated for 9 Israeli Oscars, including Best Film, this intense portrayal, based on personal experiences, offers a troubling yet potent commentary on the intersection of free will and religious dogmatism.

Festivals and Awards
Winner – Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor, Israeli Oscars, 2023
Nominee – Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Director, Best Editing, Best Costume Design, Best Makeup, Best Sound, Israeli Oscars, 2023

Rating

Unclassified 15+

Duration

111 min

Language

Hebrew, Yiddish (English subtitles)

Cast

Roy Nik, Yarden Toussia Cohen, Dror Keren, Rami Baruch, Roei Weinberg, Sarai Givaty, Niv Majar, Nevo Kimchi, Yishai Lapidot

Director

Benny Fredman