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Wednesday, 18 November, 2009

Movie Week: Eyes Wide Open

Israeli movie Eyes Wide Open has been described as “the first gay Jewish orthodox film”—a weighty subtitle for any film. Homosexuality is a major taboo in orthodox society, so controversy was guaranteed element to this story of a married man who falls in love with his 19-year-old apprentice. WRS’s Marc Menichini spoke to director Haim Tabakman; he started by asking him what attracted him to the story:

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Irene
Thursday, 19 November, 2009 09:51 [ 1 ]

Great interview. Fascinating story. Thank you for presenting this movie. Where can it be seen?

WRS Editor
Thursday, 19 November, 2009 10:50 [ 2 ]

Glad you enjoyed it Irene. You can check for screenings in your area at www.cine.ch or www.cineman.ch

Georges
Sunday, 29 August, 2010 21:25 [ 3 ]

Use http://www.cineman.ch/fr/ which has also an English version!

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