WJFF Year-Round Presents: Eli & Ben July 27, 2010

ELI & BEN
Tuesday, July 27, 7:30 pm

Mischievous 12-year-old, Eli (Yuval Shevach) spends his days with his friends, playing tricks on his teachers and suffering a crush on the most popular girl in class. Then his beloved father, Ben (Lior Ashkenazi, Walk on Water) is arrested on suspicion of accepting bribes. In a roller coaster journey, Eli is forced to face disappointment, lies, injustice and corruption among both adults and children. Along the way, he also learns about love, trust and honesty in this award-winning, bittersweet family drama.
Israel, 2009, feature, 89 minutes. Director: Ori Ravid

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