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Close to Home (2005)

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Smadar (Smadar Sayar) and Mirit (Naama Schendar), both 18 years old, are assigned to patrol the streets of Jerusalem together as part of their military service. Worlds apart in their personality their initial frosty relationship changes to friendship as they deal with their own emotional issues, the crushes and break-ups in their love lives, as well as the political realities.

Release Date
July 15, 2005
Runtime
1h 38m
Rating
5.8/10 (16 votes)

Directors: Vardit Bilu, Dalia Hager

Cast: Smadar Sayar, Naama Schendar, Katia Zinbris, Ami Weinberg

Production: Transfax Film Productions
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Close to Home

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Smadar (Smadar Sayar) and Mirit (Naama Schendar), both 18 years old, are assigned to patrol the streets of Jerusalem together as part of their military service. Worlds apart in their personality their initial frosty relationship changes to friendship as they deal with their own emotional issues, the crushes and break-ups in their love lives, as well as the political realities.

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Release Date7/15/2005
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Close to Home about?

Smadar (Smadar Sayar) and Mirit (Naama Schendar), both 18 years old, are assigned to patrol the streets of Jerusalem together as part of their military service. Worlds apart in their personality their…

How long is Close to Home?

1h 38m

When was Close to Home released?

July 15, 2005

Who directed Close to Home?

Vardit Bilu, Dalia Hager

Who stars in Close to Home?

Smadar Sayar, Naama Schendar, Katia Zinbris

What genre is Close to Home?

Drama

Is Close to Home available to stream?

Yes, on AMC+ Amazon Channel and Philo