Come Closer

Karov Elai

Drama

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Ontario premiere
June 7
9:15pm
In Person
Imagine Cinemas Promenade
June 12
7:30pm
In Person
Innis Town Hall
COUNTRIES
Israel
Italy
Year
2024
Running Time
107 minutes
Language
Hebrew
Subtitles
English
Director
Tom Nesher
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One of Variety magazine’s 2025 directors to watch, Tom Nesher’s debut film marks a bold new voice in Israeli cinema. The daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Avi Nesher, Tom proves to be an accomplished writer/director in her right with this semi-autobiographical drama that offers a poignant exploration of love, loss and resilience. Consumed by grief after her brother dies, Eden uncovers Maya, his secret girlfriend, and insinuates herself into her life with unexpected results. Lia Elalouf and Darya Rosen are riveting as Eden and Maya respectively in this landmark Israeli film that was nominated for 12 Ophir awards (winning best film and best director) and was Israel’s submission to the Oscars.Warning: Mature Themes, Flashing lights

Reviews

“A riveting story of love and loss, a movie that draws you in during the first moments and which will hold your attention and emotion until the final frame.” – The Jerusalem Post
“21-year old Elaiouf does remarkable work in her feature debut. It’s a daring and mesmerizing turn.” – The Contending

Co Presenters
Awards & Festivals
Winner of four awards, including Best Film and Best Actress – 2024 Ophir Awards
Winner of the Viewpoints Award, 2024 Tribeca Film Festival
Jerusalem Film Festival
Miami Jewish Film Festival

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Karov Elai

Running Time: 107