Product Review

The Farewell Party tackles an extremely sensitive issue in a vibrant, humorous way. Well into their 70s, Yehezkel and his wife Levana are living contented lives inside a Jerusalem retirement home. But they are shocked when their dear friend Max falls prey to an irreversible illness. Looking to escape a slow, painful death, Max asks Yehezkel for help to end his suffering.

A longtime amateur inventor, Yehezkel rises to the challenge by constructing a machine that will allow Max to self-administer a fatal dose of tranquilizers. Levana, however, believes that such a device is immoral, and expresses her passionate disapproval. But when Levana herself begins to face a serious health issue, Yehezkel finds that his feelings about his new contraption become increasingly complicated.

Winner of 4 Ophir Awards (the Israeli Oscars), including Best Actor for Ze'ev Revach! 14 Ophir Nominations, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Actress.