Mendy (2003)

7.0/10 91 min Drama

Overview

Mendy is a young Brookyln Hasid who leaves the strict rules of his insular and repressive community to join his childhood friend, Yankel, who is living securlary in Manhattan. Mendy's struggle to integrate his faith and traditions with the modern world are influenced by his growing friendship with Bianca, Yankel's free spirited Brazilian roommate.

Cast

Yelena Shmulenson

The Girl at the Shabbes Table

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