25th Annual Hartford Jewish Virtual Film Festival | Sublet

Drama | 2020 | Israel, United States

89 minutes | English, Hebrew, English Subtitles Directed by Eytan Fox

Michael (John Benjamin Hickey), a New York Times travel writer visiting Tel Aviv to research his latest article, get some space from his relationship, and recharge his batteries amid the thriving gay scene. Intending to sublet an apartment in Israel’s most populous city, he spontaneously agrees to share the modest one-bedroom space when it becomes clear that handsome tenant Tomer (Niv Nissim) has nowhere else to go. The age gap between the reserved Michael and the free-spirited Tomer lends the film a subtle humor and charm that grows as the pair get to know one another. As Michael shares his wisdom and soaks up the youthful energy that surrounds them, his guard begins to drop and he finds the inspiration to embrace his life again. The newest film by Eytan Fox.
(Source: Tribeca Film Festival)

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Sponsored By: Jewish Community Foundation: The LYNNE GORDON Hartford Jewish Film Festival Fund