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Borekas

Country: Israel, Language: Arabic, 15 mins

  • Director: Saleh Saadi
  • Writer: Saleh Saadi
  • Producer: Saleh Saadi

CGiii Comment

So much left unsaid...yet, you know exactly what's going on. That's clever.

The writing and direction shine...but, it really is the actors who bring this to life.

A father's undeniable and unfaltering love for his son is like a beacon...it's just a beautiful thing to witness.

An understated joy.


Trailer...

Borekas - Trailer - Saleh Saadi from Saleh Saadi on Vimeo.

The(ir) Blurb...

A father gives his son a ride to the airport. The car breaks down on the way.

Cast & Characters

Anan Abu-Jaber
Yussuf Abu-Warda