MORE THAN I DESERVE

A coming-of-age drama set in Israel in which Tamara, a single Ukrainian mother, and her son, Pinhas, find their lives affected by Shimon, their bachelor Orthodox neighbor. Pinhas wants a Bar Mitzvah like his classmates and seeks help from Shimon despite his secular mom’s objections. When an unexpected romance blooms between Tamara and Shimon their lives alter irrevocably. Beautifully acted, this drama is sure to provoke discussion. Nominated for seven Israeli Academy Awards.  

Paired with an Israel Student Filmmaker Winning Short Film:  IRIT BARDUGO’S BAR MITZVAH

Creator: Aviya Kalifa • Maaleh Film School • Year: 2022 • 14 minutes