A masterpiece (for me, perhaps not for everyone?).
Added 3/1/2010
Others have partially described the content of this movie.
It is the type of movie where a reviewer would do a future viewer a disservice by recounting the content.
IMO, best to view this movie, without prior knowledge.
Actors, filming, music, scenes, script, dialogue, themes, masterfully done, highly relevant, highly absorbing (for me).
At this point, I must point out that I am Jewish, know Germany, speak fluent German, speak some Hebrew.
Therefore, it is possible that this film has special personal meaning for me.
For religious families, there are aspects of the content which you may / or probably would consider to be inappropriate for non-adults.
I would allow my children to watch this, but I am probably in a minority.
For me, the "objectionable content" is mild in comparison to so many movies out there. My opinion, others may disagree.
Parents should therefore watch first alone, and then decide suitability.
For me the content is so powerful and so important, it deserves to be viewed, even by teenagers and young adults.
Those who have surveyed my reviews may question, how I can write this again, but here it is:
"One of the best and most meaningful movies I have seen."
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Float on the Dead Sea...
Added 1/4/2010
...or float on Cloud Nine in a homoerotic dream. In the end, this touchy-feely, feel-good, pro-gay wallow comes down to little more. It lures the viewer with the promise of an Israeli-made movie about a self-doubting Mossad agent tasked with finding an aged Nazi. Quirks in the scripting and direction, however, quickly become apparent. The audience is informed that the sought war criminal has disappeared from his home in Argentina. But--if the Mossad knew where the old man was living, why was he not apprehended there? And then there are the oddly unpeopled tourist sites like the Sea of Galilee, where the gay character attempts buddy-bonding and pretends to "walk on water" (like Jesus and his disciples, the film all but screams). When the male leads shower naked on the (vacant) Dead Sea beach and discuss circumcision, many viewers must begin to wonder--and to become impatient, if not uncomfortable. And, alas, patience will be further strained as the plot dribbles along, without climax, to a maudlin conclusion. Overly long and plodding, the film--though decently shot and performed--will likely result in a dissatisfaction common to more cheaply produced fare. Many audience members may feel had by a movie that advertises gritty suspense and delivers soft-soaped propaganda.
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It is possible to walk on water!!
Added 7/31/2009
This is the quintessential depiction of humanity, friendship, and heroism. I hoped while watching the movie that it was not another "Broke Back Mountain", and I was pleasantly surprised to discover it is not. The smart and penetrating exploration of a professional killer's soul and his journey back to humanity reveals not only moral values, but also the complexity of Israeli/Palestinian conflict.
It is amazing how Arabic/Israeli filmmakers are moving toward political and human maturity. After watching this movie, I have concluded that the radicals on both sides will not stop the peace making with that much awareness. Great movie.....
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Enjoyable one
Added 7/15/2009
I like this movie. It combines everything: Action, thrilling scenes, Israel-Arab conflict, Gays, love and manhood.
Lior Ashkenazzi is one of the best Israeli actors ever!
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Exceptional Movie
Added 2/1/2009
A very intense drama that sneaks up on you with its seriousness and rewards you with a satisfying resolution at the end. Well worth a look !
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A masterpiece (for me, perhaps not for everyone?).
Added 3/1/2010
Others have partially described the content of this movie.
It is the type of movie where a reviewer would do a future viewer a disservice by recounting the content.
IMO, best to view this movie, without prior knowledge.
Actors, filming, music, scenes, script, dialogue, themes, masterfully done, highly relevant, highly absorbing (for me).
At this point, I must point out that I am Jewish, know Germany, speak fluent German, speak some Hebrew.
Therefore, it is possible that this film has special personal meaning for me.
For religious families, there are aspects of the content which you may / or probably would consider to be inappropriate for non-adults.
I would allow my children to watch this, but I am probably in a minority.
For me, the "objectionable content" is mild in comparison to so many movies out there. My opinion, others may disagree.
Parents should therefore watch first alone, and then decide suitability.
For me the content is so powerful and so important, it deserves to be viewed, even by teenagers and young adults.
Those who have surveyed my reviews may question, how I can write this again, but here it is:
"One of the best and most meaningful movies I have seen."
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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Float on the Dead Sea...
Added 1/4/2010
...or float on Cloud Nine in a homoerotic dream. In the end, this touchy-feely, feel-good, pro-gay wallow comes down to little more. It lures the viewer with the promise of an Israeli-made movie about a self-doubting Mossad agent tasked with finding an aged Nazi. Quirks in the scripting and direction, however, quickly become apparent. The audience is informed that the sought war criminal has disappeared from his home in Argentina. But--if the Mossad knew where the old man was living, why was he not apprehended there? And then there are the oddly unpeopled tourist sites like the Sea of Galilee, where the gay character attempts buddy-bonding and pretends to "walk on water" (like Jesus and his disciples, the film all but screams). When the male leads shower naked on the (vacant) Dead Sea beach and discuss circumcision, many viewers must begin to wonder--and to become impatient, if not uncomfortable. And, alas, patience will be further strained as the plot dribbles along, without climax, to a maudlin conclusion. Overly long and plodding, the film--though decently shot and performed--will likely result in a dissatisfaction common to more cheaply produced fare. Many audience members may feel had by a movie that advertises gritty suspense and delivers soft-soaped propaganda.
0 out of 1 people found this helpful.
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It is possible to walk on water!!
Added 7/31/2009
This is the quintessential depiction of humanity, friendship, and heroism. I hoped while watching the movie that it was not another "Broke Back Mountain", and I was pleasantly surprised to discover it is not. The smart and penetrating exploration of a professional killer's soul and his journey back to humanity reveals not only moral values, but also the complexity of Israeli/Palestinian conflict.
It is amazing how Arabic/Israeli filmmakers are moving toward political and human maturity. After watching this movie, I have concluded that the radicals on both sides will not stop the peace making with that much awareness. Great movie.....
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