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Desperado Square

As the anniversary of Morris Mandabon's passing nears, his youngest son Nissim is inspired by a mysterious dream to restore the abandoned movie theater in his forgotten neighborhood, Ha-Argazim.

In a forgotten neighborhood, the anniversary of Morris Mandabon's death approaches, and his son Nissim has a dream to re-open the old movie theater. Nissim and his brother George, along with the former projectionist, work to fulfill their father's request. However, their uncle Avram's return after a 25-year absence stirs up old family feuds. The brothers decide to screen the local Indian hit "Sangam", but their aunt objects and tries to convince them to choose another movie. The only print of "Sangam" is in Avram's hands, who refuses to give it to them, leading to a potential clash. As the memorial approaches, the past resurfaces and the brothers uncover the secrets of their family history and the reason their father closed the theater.

Info about Desperado Square

Studio(s): The Israeli Film Center

Originally Released: United States, May 10, 2001

Production Country: Israel

Genres:Drama