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Synonyms (2019) | Criteria

Still from Synonyms — Synonyms (2019) — Nadav LapidPhotographed by Shai Goldman

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Nadav Lapid

Synonyms

Synonymes

French / 2019 / 2h 3m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.43/5·14.2K ratings·2.4K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A young Israeli man absconds to Paris to flee his nationality, aided by his trusty Franco-Israeli dictionary.

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Three by Nadav Lapid
Position 3
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Additions: June 2020
Position 70

Credits

Crew

DirectorNadav Lapid

WriterHaim Lapid, Nadav Lapid

CinematographerShai Goldman

Editor

Neta Braun, François Gédigier, Era Lapid

ProducerMichel Merkt, Saïd Ben Saïd

Cast

Tom Mercieras Yoav

Quentin Dolmaireas Emile

Louise Chevillotteas Caroline

Uria Hayikas Yaron

Olivier Loustauas Michel

Yehuda Almagoras Yoav's Father

Léa Druckeras French Teacher

Gaya von Schwarzeas Tamar

Gal Amitaias Eyal

Idan Ashkenazias Roey

Dolev Ohanaas Amit

Liron Baranesas Officer

Erwan Ribardas Tolga

Yawen Ribardas Tolga's Son

Iman Amara-Korbaas Yasmina

Sébastien Roubinetas Police Agent

Damien Carletas Cello Player

Ron Bittermanas Army Commander

Naor Nachmanias Jeep Driver

Yahalom Davidas Army Singer 1