efratti (![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif){kind=small} efratti) wrote,@ 2008-06-28 21:47:00 |
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Self-Worship in Jerusalem
For those who have not heard the latest buzz in Israel's entertainment industry, there is a new drama series called "Srugim" [i.e., the crotched kippot worn by men affiliated with Modern Orthodox Judaism]. The series follows five religious singles living in Katamon, a popular residential neighborhood among this crowd.
The show is produced and broadcast by the "Yes" satellite channel, which I don't have. However, any Israel-dweller who counts has seen the first episode-- the only one aired so far-- primarily by viewing it on the channel's website.
Some explanation and commentary: The show is in Hebrew with Hebrew closed-captioning. The major actors are professional, hence secular, the directing is quality, and the script is authentic. (Note: the token American *is* a professional actress. Edit due to correction by esteemed actress herself.) The director is a graduate of Jerusalem's religious film school, Ma'ale (http://www.maale.co.il/default_en.asp),
In addition to finding the show highly authentic, I liked the subtle acting: the glances, once-overs, and smirks. I also liked the richness of detail, how the characters drink tea and read their newspapers late Friday night, and of course I was amused by the male characters being so much more flawed than the female characters.
Enough commentary. For those with moderate to proficient Hebrew, enjoy the show!
http://yes.walla.co.il/?w=1/7531/1298626
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For those who have not heard the latest buzz in Israel's entertainment industry, there is a new drama series called "Srugim" [i.e., the crotched kippot worn by men affiliated with Modern Orthodox Judaism]. The series follows five religious singles living in Katamon, a popular residential neighborhood among this crowd.
The show is produced and broadcast by the "Yes" satellite channel, which I don't have. However, any Israel-dweller who counts has seen the first episode-- the only one aired so far-- primarily by viewing it on the channel's website.
Some explanation and commentary: The show is in Hebrew with Hebrew closed-captioning. The major actors are professional, hence secular, the directing is quality, and the script is authentic. (Note: the token American *is* a professional actress. Edit due to correction by esteemed actress herself.) The director is a graduate of Jerusalem's religious film school, Ma'ale (http://www.maale.co.il/default_en.asp),
In addition to finding the show highly authentic, I liked the subtle acting: the glances, once-overs, and smirks. I also liked the richness of detail, how the characters drink tea and read their newspapers late Friday night, and of course I was amused by the male characters being so much more flawed than the female characters.
Enough commentary. For those with moderate to proficient Hebrew, enjoy the show!
http://yes.walla.co.il/?w=1/7531/1298626
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