FILMS

Dovis a retired widower who begrudgingly finds himself living in a nursing home because his pension has fallen through. All he wants is to buy back the old house where he raised his family and go home. Frustrated and angry with the bureaucratic system that’s cost him a comfortable retirement, he accidentally discovers there may be a way to get his home back after all. Unfortunately, it might not be legal. Soon Dov must decide just how far he will go and what he will risk to get what he believes he deserves. Nominated for 12 Ophir Awards (Israeli Academy Awards), Greener Pastures is an irresistible comedy that promises to charm viewers both young and old.

 

Official Selection: Miami Jewish, Jerusalem film festivals

 

“Greener Pastures is filled with comic delights, snappy dialogue, fine performances, some thought-provoking subtext and a nice final twist to cap it all, making it one enjoyable film.” –Cate Marquis, STL Jewish Light

 

April 29 – May 8 | in PA, WV and OH only