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Scaffolding

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An Israeli teenager is torn between two role models: his charismatic literature teacher and his strict, working-class father.
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Robert Abele Los Angeles Times Oct 4, 2018
A fully absorbing character study of who the system is most likely to fail when promise is stoked, but not followed through on. Go to Full Review
Ben Kenigsberg New York Times Sep 27, 2018
"Scaffolding" seems somewhat torn when it comes to telegraphing its own intentions. Its ambiguities of character take a back seat to a trite upshot. Go to Full Review
Alissa Simon Variety Sep 22, 2017
A troubled student is challenged by his literature teacher, who aims to open his narrow worldview to other possibilities. Go to Full Review
Vladan Petkovic Cineuropa Sep 11, 2020
A touching and dynamic portrait of a young man torn between his father's wishes and academic inspiration he receives from his teacher. Go to Full Review
Rich Cline Shadows on the Wall Jan 3, 2019
3.5/5
Writer-director Yair's approach is complex and surprising, continually upending the characters and the audience. Go to Full Review
Javier Ocaña El Pais (Spain) Oct 5, 2018
The films with wise teacher, equilibrist of common sense in a depauperate environment, have been shaped like a classic subgenre. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
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Hermione S Jan 13, 2019 I love this idea-gorgeous movie. I watched it for one breath. Now I am rewatch it on boxxy software.
Kylo M Nov 27, 2017 Nice script, poor execution.
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Cast & Crew

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Matan Yair

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Asher Lax

Asher

Ami Smolartchik

Rami

Yaacov Cohen

Milo

Keren Berger

Shira

Naama Manor

Actor

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Movie Info

Synopsis An Israeli teenager is torn between two role models: his charismatic literature teacher and his strict, working-class father.
Director
Matan Yair
Producer
Stanislaw Dziedzic, Leon Edery, Moshe Edery, Gal Greenspan, Roi Kurland
Screenwriter
Matan Yair
Production Co
United King Films, Green Productions, Film Produkcja, SP
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Hebrew
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 2, 2019
Runtime
1h 30m
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