Menashe

(2017)

Synopsis

This moving drama centers on a Hasidic Jewish man living in New York City who fights to retain custody of his son after his wife's death, as tradition dictates that the boy must be raised in a household with a mother. If he doesn't remarry quickly, his son will be adopted by his late spouse's stern brother.

Directors

Joshua Z. Weinstein, Joshua Weinstein, Joshua Z. Weinstein, Johnny Mac, Laura Moss, Chris Columbus, Eleanor Columbus, Aaron Martin, Joshua Z. Weinstein, Danelle Eliav, Joshua Z. Weinstein

Production year

2017

Rating

PG

Studio

A24

Runtime

82 minutes

Cast

Menashe Lustig, Ruben Niborski, Yoel Weisshaus, Meyer Schwartz, Hershy Fishman