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Haim’s Story

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This film tells the story of Haim, a security guard in his 50’s, living with his elderly mother whose health is deteriorating, who has missed opportunities time and time again, due to life’s complexity and unpredictability. His struggle also emanates from a life in society that in crucial moments appears devoid of compassion.

Topics: Family Relations, Psychological, Violence, Elderly
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Directed by: Tova Ascher
Production: Yoni Ascher
Writer: Tova Ascher
Cinematography: Talya (tulik) Galon
Editing: Tova Ascher
Participants: Yuval Segal, Leora Rivlin, Ilanit ben Ya’akov, Yael Eitan
Screened at the festival: Haifa International Film Festival 2023 – Winner Best Actor * Fest5 International Film Festival 2025 * Coliseum Film Festival * Wallachia Int’l Film Festival

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