International Drama
This film is about the trail of tears in 1980 of the black Falashas in Ethiopia (who consider themselves sons of Solomon and Jews) and their migration to Jerusalem. Thousands die or are killed by bandits. Those who make it to Jerusalem have, of course, difficulty integrating into the Jewish way of life but find acceptance in some Orthodox circles. It is a story of a mother's sacrifice of her son to give him a life and the son's adventure of finding himself through the discovery of his religious roots. It is a beautifully made film, superbly directed with spectacular cinematography. A film you don't want to miss! Director Radu Mihaileanu.