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The Great Sadness of Zohara (1983) | Criteria

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The Great Sadness of Zohara

English • 1983 • 39m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

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Synopsis

A young, orthodox Jewish woman is alienated from her Jerusalem community and drawn into the world of spirit.

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Directed by Nina Menkes
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Credits

Crew

DirectorNina Menkes

Cast

Tinka Menkesas Zohara