Emma and Gregory, Russian immigrants, are having a hard time adapting in Israel. They cross paths with Alon, an amateur artist and owner of a high-tech company who is in crisis with his wife Yael. In order to survive, Emma works as a nude model at Alon's studio. By chance, Gregory starts working at Alon's company. The truth comes out when Alon invites Gregory and Emma to a festive dinner in his home.
The Dinner
A film by: Matti Harari and Arik Lubetzky
(Israel 2020, 79 minutes, Hebrew & Russian, English subtitles)
Main Cast: Keren Peles, Oleg Levin, Yulia Tagil, Ishai Golan, Oded Menaster,
Synopsis:
Emma and Gregory, immigrants from Russia, are finding it hard to adapt to Israel. Their lives cross paths with Alon, an amateur artist, and owner of a high-tech company, whose marriage to Yael is on the brink. Alon is preoccupied with his business, while Yael finds passion in her affair with his good friend, Amnon.
To make ends meet, Emma starts modeling in Alon's art classes. They gravitate towards one another, putting additional strain on her already volatile marriage. By chance, Gregory starts working at Alon's company and when Alon invites Gregory and Emma to a festive dinner at his home - the unexpected encounter changes everyone's lives forever.
A film by Matti Harari and Arik Lubetzky (Apples from the Desert). Introducing Israeli superstar singer/songwriter Keren Peles in her first feature film role.
FESTIVALS & SCREENINGS
Warsaw Int'l Film Festival 2020
Cinequest Film Fest 2021
UK JFF
Hartford JFF