Women
Jan 02, 1996 · 1h 38m
Director
Moshé MizrahiOverview
Love, family expectations, and religion mix in 19th century Jerusalem. Jacob and Rebecca marry; he's a rabbi, she's dutiful and loving. But she has no children. Months become years. Although Jacob is content, his mother reminds everyone she is waiting for a grandson. After 15 years, Rebecca determines that Jacob must take an additional wife, the young and beautiful Sultana. Rebecca fasts and prays, and in a state of near ecstasy, persuades everyone involved and then arranges an elaborate wedding. However, Sultana does not conceive, and Rebecca watches helplessly as Jacob's affection shifts to Sultana. She's near madness and the household is in turmoil. What can Rebecca do now?
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What is Women about?
Love, family expectations, and religion mix in 19th century Jerusalem. Jacob and Rebecca marry; he's a rabbi, she's dutiful and loving. But she has no children. Months become years. Although Jacob is content, his mother reminds everyone she is waiting for a grandson. After 15 years, Rebecca determines that Jacob must take an additional wife, the young and beautiful Sultana. Rebecca fasts and…
When was Women released?
Women was released on January 2, 1996.
How long is Women?
Women runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Who directed Women?
Women was directed by Moshé Mizrahi.
Who is in the cast of Women?
The cast of Women includes Michal Bat-Adam, Arieh Elias, Levana Finkelstein, Boris Ahnov and Shosha Goren.