Orthodox
Originally released in 2012. Orthodox is a feature film. directed by David Leon. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stephen Graham, Michael Smiley, and Robert Goodman
Synopsis
Orthodox tells the story of Benjamin, an Orthodox Jewish man who alienated himself from his community by becoming a boxer. When his life took a wrong turn he ended up in prison, losing his wife and children in the process. Now he is out and desperate to reintegrate, he finds that acceptance harder than he ever imagined. He turns back to his old boxing coach thinking there he has an ally, but a truth about the past emerges which leaves him even more isolated than he once thought. Benjamin must make a choice which will effect not just his own future but the life of a young Jewish boy whose life he can relate to. He is determined not to allow history to repeat itself.
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- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orthodox about?
Orthodox tells the story of Benjamin, an Orthodox Jewish man who alienated himself from his community by becoming a boxer. When his life took a wrong turn he ended up in prison, losing his wife and...
Who directed Orthodox?
Orthodox was directed by David Leon.
How long is Orthodox?
Orthodox has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was Orthodox released?
Orthodox was released on January 10, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Orthodox?
The main cast of Orthodox includes Stephen Graham, Michael Smiley, Robert Goodman, Christopher Fairbank, Giacomo Mancini.