Shiva

Jul 2 2008 N/A 1h 43m
Drama, Romance

The Ohaion family is mourning the death of one of their relatives. In keeping with tradition, they gather together in the home of the deceased and stay there for seven days. Forced to put up with one another day and night, the brothers and sisters soon let their bitterness and arguments override the sense of communal reverence. The atmosphere becomes unbearable and long-buried truths finally surface.

Plot

When one of the brothers (Ohayn) dies, all the whole family comes for Shiva (Jewish tradition,when the family sits seven days at the home after the death one of their family). A large family with a lot of problems and conflicts between them.

Written by

Ronit Elkabetz, Shlomi Elkabetz

Directed by

Ronit Elkabetz, Shlomi Elkabetz

Production Countries

France, Israel

Languages

Awards

4 wins & 12 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
589
Average Rating
6.8 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA