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North American Premiere
The Substitute
| Israel | 19 MINUTES | HebrewDrama
Zohara has been waiting to go home ever since she was first stationed at a distant military base, but when the day arrives her hopes evaporate. The soldier sent to replace her appears to be suicidal. Instead of leaving, Zohara is ordered to guard the new girl. In Hebrew.
Cast & Credits
Directed by
Ben Thompson and Talya Lavie
The Substitute is the M.F.A. thesis project of Israeli-born filmmaker Talya Lavie. Prior to earning her graduate degree at the Sam Spiegel Film & Television School in 2005, Lavie studied animation at the Bezalel Academy of Art & Design. Her previous short film, Sliding Flora (2003), played at over thirty festivals worldwide (including the Berlinale), won seven international prizes, and received a screening at the Museum of Modern Art.
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The Rush system functions as a standby line that will form at the venue approximately one hour prior to scheduled start time. Admittance is based on availability and will begin roughly 10 minutes prior to program start time. Rush Tickets are the same price as advance tickets and are payable upon entry.
