Ha-Sodot (2007)
Release Year: 2007
Alternative Title: Los secretos, Тайни, Segredos Íntimos, Ha-Sodot - Salaisuus, Secrets, Les secrets, Thammena mystika, Titkok, Emeth, The Secrets
Director: Avi Nesher
Writer: Avi Nesher, Hadar Galron
Summary
'Ha-Sodot' (The Secrets) is a 2007 drama-romance film directed by Avi Nesher. Set within an orthodox Jewish culture where women are forbidden to sing or speak out, the movie follows Naomi and Michelle, two brilliant young women studying at a seminary in Safed who challenge these norms. The story explores themes of individuality, self-discovery, and rebellion against repression through the lens of Kabalistic cleansing rituals performed on Anouk, a mysterious foreigner played by Fanny Ardant.