Films for English Speakers

As he pedals through the streets of Paris to deliver meals, Souleymane repeats his story. In two days, he has his asylum application interview, the key to obtaining papers. But Souleymane is not ready. Boris Lojkine’s electrifying drama, which maintains an unrelenting pace and offers little respite, took the Cannes Film Festival by storm

A mother and daughter are on a collision course following the discovery of a secret affair the late family patriarch had had. The two women, each in their own way, must fight to get over a painful past if they are to start afresh and blaze their own trail.

Kakunoshin Yanagida, a samurai wrongfully exiled with his daughter, clings to his honor despite poverty. A skilled Go player, he values integrity. When the truth behind his exile is revealed, he seeks revenge. Bushido blends traditional themes with modern cinema, highlighted by Kusanagi’s powerful performance.

Years after her mother's death, Mika returns to Okinawa to care for her estranged father, Satoru, in his final days. As old wounds resurface, their time together becomes a poignant blend of sorrow and tenderness. Kanasando is a heartfelt family drama.

Hikari, in her 30s, meets Masato, a deaf nature photographer, on a trip to Hokkaido. Their bond sparks a transformative journey, symbolized by the Japanese sign "Rei," representing connection and openness. Rei explores the interconnectedness of characters seeking meaning.

A retired professor receives a mysterious message: "The Enemy Is Coming." Teki Cometh follows his internal journey over four seasons, blending realism with imagination. With stunning black-and-white cinematography and a powerful performance by Nagatsuka Kyozo, it explores aging and acceptance.

Makio Kodai, a reserved 35-year-old writer, takes in her 15-year-old niece Takumi after the sudden death of her parents. Despite their differences, a deep bond forms between them. As they navigate grief together, their relationship helps them heal and discover what’s been missing in their lives.

Kanako meets aspiring screenwriter Nagatsuda at university and joins his drama group. After graduation, she works at a publishing house, while Nagatsuda still hasn’t written a script, and passionate Maiko joins the group. The film explores a decade of relationships, as the three search for love and stability.

Misa, struggling with severe PMS, and Takatoshi, battling anxiety, bond after a confrontation at work. Together, they learn to cope with their challenges. Directed by Shô Miyake, All the Long Nights offers a compassionate exploration of self-doubt and healing.

A New Orleans detective's life, who is investigating the murder of five drug dealers, gradually deteriorates to a moral conflict as his addiction to drugs, gambling, and women increases. A singular masterpiece of filmmaking, equally sad and manically humorous.

Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness. Bringing together Tchaikovsky’s sensational score with the incredible imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane, Swan Lake on the big screen will be an exceptional way to experience this ultimate ballet classic. Tickets: 75 NIS / Members: 50 NIS