Events
Cinematic Conversations
Date and Time
Tuesday, December 17, 2019 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Description
This month we are viewing Synonyms (view trailer here)
Film Synopsis: In Paris, things do not exactly get off to a good start for the newly arrived Yoav. He knocks on the door of the flat where he's supposed to stay, only to discover the place is empty. While he is taking a bath there, his belongings are stolen. Yet this young Israeli, who has arrived with such great expectations, will not be dissuaded that easily. Desperate to erase his origins, Yoav sees becoming French as his only hope for salvation. Step one is to replace his language. From now on, he will not utter a single word of Hebrew and his dictionary becomes his constant companion. His work at the Israeli embassy is a burden, but studying for his naturalization test also has its pitfalls. And the young French couple he befriends has some rather strange ideas about how to help him. Based on writer-director Nadav Lapid's own experiences, Synonyms explores the challenges of putting down roots in a new place. Yoav's attempts to find himself awaken past demons and open up an existential abyss in this tragicomic puzzle that wisely knows how to keep its secrets.
Following the film, we will gather in The Party Room of the theater to have a more face to face conversation about the movie! In addition to discussing the film, this interfaith movie cohort is designed to foster relationships around the shared experience of cinema.
This film is Rated NR.
For those who plan on attending, Individual $6 tickets will be available at the counter.