Kadosh (2000): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Kadosh is a 2000 drama directed by Amos Gitai. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $770,132 worldwide. Critics gave it 70 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 50m (110 min)
- Director
- Amos Gitai
- Genre
- Drama
- Studio
- Kino International
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kadosh About?
The premise of Kadosh without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Within the traditional Mea Shearim quarter of Jerusalem, two sisters, Rivka and Malka, find themselves at odds with deeply ingrained customs. As societal expectations and patriarchal pressures intensify, they struggle to reconcile ancient traditions with personal desires. Their journey explores themes of love, faith, and identity, set against a backdrop where women face immense scrutiny and expectations.
Kadosh Themes & Keywords
· 38 tags- jerusalem israel
- orthodox jew
- 1990s
- gynecological exam
- gynecologist
- ritual bath
- objectification of women
- israel
- jewish ritual
- judaism
- repudiated wife
- belt whipping
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- husband beats wife
- adulterous wife
- fidelity
- mikvah
- talmud
- controversy
- ghetto
- extremist
- cleanliness
- patriarchy
- suicide
- woman as object
- female doctor
- ignorance
- adultery
- marital abuse
- superstition
- traditional wedding
- arranged marriage
- loveless marriage
- ritual
- sexuality
- women's rights
- religion
- tradition
- infertility
The Director of Kadosh
Directed by Amos Gitai.
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Director Amos Gitai
More from Amos Gitai
More films directed by Amos Gitai, best-rated first: Kippur, September 11, Rabin, the Last Day and Alila.
Kadosh Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Kadosh 70 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 70 Metascore
User score 4.0
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TMDB 62% User score
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Kadosh Plot Summary
What happens in Kadosh from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the intriguing drama Kadosh, the complex landscape of Haredi society is vividly depicted through its multifaceted characters and deeply moving narratives. The story begins with Meir (Yoram Hattab), a devoted young Talmudic scholar, who starts his day with gratitude during prayers, particularly thankful for not being born a woman. At first, Meir’s marriage to Rivka (Yael Abecassis) seems ideal; however, as the story progresses, it becomes evident that the couple’s life is overshadowed by the pain of childlessness after ten years of marriage. Desperation soon drives Meir to seek counsel from his father, the Rabbi of their community in Jerusalem, who shockingly advises him to divorce Rivka due to her perceived failure to fulfill her role as a woman.
Full summary
The whole story of Kadosh, scene by scene
Kadosh Box Office
Kadosh grossed $770,132 worldwide. $736,812 came from the US and Canada and $33,320 (4%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$770.1K
- US & Canada
- $736.8K
- International
- $33.3K
How Well Do You Know Kadosh?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main character and Talmudic scholar in Kadosh?
Cars in Kadosh
16 cars on screen, including the 1986 Renault Express and the Mercedes-Benz O 405.
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Mercedes-Benz O 405 Minor role -
1987 Peugeot 504 Pick-Up Minor role -
1996 Citroën Saxo Background role
Kadosh Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Kadosh - de hellige” and “קדוש”.
- Also known as
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- Kadosh - de hellige
- קדוש
- Кадош
- Kadosz
- 因圣爱之名
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Movies Like Kadosh
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Kaddish, Meduzot and Ha-Hesder.
Kadosh FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Kadosh, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kadosh?
Kadosh runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
When was Kadosh released?
Kadosh was released on May 12, 2000.
Who directed Kadosh?
Kadosh was directed by Amos Gitai.
More films by Amos Gitai How much did Kadosh make at the box office?
Kadosh grossed $770,132 worldwide ($736,812 domestic, $33,320 international).
How is Kadosh rated?
Kadosh has 70 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does Kadosh have a post-credit scene?
No. Kadosh has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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