Benny Fredman's gripping drama is based on the director's personal experiences and speaks of the inner conflict experienced by the main character. Torn between a desire for self-realisation and the obligations to his family, Yair fights against all the odds - and risks having to pay a heavy price in return. Love collides with corruption and violence, modern technology with religious prescriptions, in-law expectations with disappointment and individual self-determination with conformity. HOME received nine nominations at the 2023 Ophir awards, Israel's Oscars, winning awards for Best Actor – Roy Nik (in the role of Yair) and Best Supporting Actor – Dror Keren (who plays Avrum Davidovich, the community leader).
Text: Merlin Webers
English: Peter Rickerby
