The Property
Synopsis
Regina and her granddaughter Mika embark on a journey to Poland to reclaim their family property seized during World War II. But their quest quickly unravels. Regina unexpectedly decides to abandon the mission entirely, leaving Mika lost and confused. To complicate matters further, an irritating distant relative keeps appearing at every turn. Just as Mika finds herself falling for a charming tour guide, Regina seizes the opportunity to pursue her own hidden agenda: finding her long-lost love, from whom she was separated seventy years ago.
Based on the graphic novel by Rutu Modan, The Property stars beloved actress Rivka Michaeli and has been nominated for 4 Israeli Academy Awards.
Credits
Director(s)
Dana Modan
Producer(s)
Yochanan Kredo, Guy Jacoel
Co-Producer(s)
Itay Tzi ddon, Zeev Farbman, Yaron Inger, Nir Pochter, Shalom Eisenbach
Executive Producer(s)
Linor Lavi, Irit Ben-Yehuda Lazar
Script
Dana Modan, Ruto Modan
Cinematography
Yaron Scharf
Editor
Ido Mochrik
Cast
Rivka Michaeli , And rzej S eweryn , Sharon Strimban, Piotr Pacek
Original Language
Hebrew, English, Polish
Subtitles
Hebrew, Bengali
Sound Design
Itzik Cohen
Produced with the help of
Israel Film Fund (R.A.), The Ministry of Culture and Sports, The Israel Film Council
Festival Highlights
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NOMINEE
4 CategoriesIsraeli Academy Awards
Haifa International Film Festival, Israel, Official Selection, 2025
Reviews
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"An intricately woven, rich and unique story that will surely capture hearts."
- Timeout
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"...Succeeds in captivating with a personal and unique story that is also truly moving."
- Mako
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"In the climactic moments of 'The Property,' Israel's funniest woman breaks our hearts."
- Walla!
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"Cinematographer Yaron Scharf masterfully translates Modan's visual artistry to the screen, capturing Warsaw in a way that blurs past and present into a single, theatrical time. This perfectly serves the grandmother and granddaughter's journey through the pathways of memory."
- Haaretz
