April Fool
Originally released in 1989. April Fool is a comedy film. directed by Menahem Zilberman. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tsippi Shavit, Seffy Rivlin, and Yigal Shilon
Synopsis
A modern-day children’s fairy tale that is also a parody of prank films which, in 1980s Israel, were a highly popular film genre. In the magical land of Bubble Gum where all children’s dreams are made, live two princesses: the kind-hearted Tzipi (Tsippi Shavit) and her wicked sister, Pitzi (Seffy Rivlin). Every year on 1 April (April Fools’ Day), the princesses’ birthday, the two hold a prank competition amongst themselves, with the winner getting to rule the land of Bubble Gum for one year. Rounding off Shavit and Rivlin’s adventure and prank fest is a talking robot and a group of children including one Natasha Braunstein – who will go on to become US actor Natasha Lyonne of Orange is the New Black and Russian Doll fame.
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- Released
- Original Language
- HE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is April Fool about?
A modern-day children’s fairy tale that is also a parody of prank films which, in 1980s Israel, were a highly popular film genre. In the magical land of Bubble Gum where all children’s dreams a...
Who directed April Fool?
April Fool was directed by Menahem Zilberman.
How long is April Fool?
April Fool has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was April Fool released?
April Fool was released on April 1, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in April Fool?
The main cast of April Fool includes Tsippi Shavit, Seffy Rivlin, Yigal Shilon, Naftali Alter, Uri Alter.