Greener Pastures 2022
Original title: שאיפה לחיים
My movie state
Sign in to save this movie to your personal library.
Synopsis
Dov (75) a widower, lives in a nursing home where he feels like he’s in jail. He dreams of buying back his old house and returning live there, but he has has no money since losing his his pension and he blames the State. When he realizes that everyone in the nursing home consumes state-sponsored medical cannabis, he finds his way out. Not by smoking, but by selling cannabis, which he gets from the other tenants. When love, police, and the local mafia enter the picture, Dov finds himself at a crossroads where he has to decide whether he would be willing to risk everything for what really matters to him.
Cinemoodly
Mood and atmosphere
Immerse yourself in a poignant exploration of nostalgia and resilience as you witness the struggles of a lonely widower yearning for freedom and connection. Set against the backdrop of a nursing home that feels more like a prison, this film evokes a bittersweet atmosphere where dreams of a past life clash with the stark realities of aging. With its warm colors and subtle humor, it captures the essence of longing for simpler times, the beauty of unexpected love, and the sparks of rebellion against societal constraints. Perfect for a cozy evening, this story resonates with themes of identity, hope, and the bittersweet nature of memories, inviting viewers to reflect on what truly matters in life amidst the chaos of existence.
Generated from movie metadata; may contain inaccuracies.
