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Seven Minutes in Heaven (2008): Cast & Plot

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Seven Minutes in Heaven is a 2008 drama thriller directed by Omri Givon, starring Reymonde Amsallem as Galia, Ronit Yudkevitz and Eldad Prives. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes.

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Seven Minutes in Heaven (2008) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Director
Omri Givon
Genres
Drama , Romance , Thriller
Original language
Hebrew
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Seven Minutes in Heaven About?

The premise of Seven Minutes in Heaven without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

After surviving a bus bombing in Jerusalem that leaves her wounded, 27‑year‑old Galia becomes consumed with finding the stranger who dragged her to safety. Her pursuit leads her through grief and resilience, ultimately uncovering a hidden truth that changes everything she thought she knew.

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Cast & crew

Seven Minutes in Heaven Cast & Characters

Reymonde Amsallem leads the cast as Galia, with Ronit Yudkevitz as Dr. Talia and Eldad Prives as Boaz (as Eldad Fribas). Directed by Omri Givon; 4 actors are credited in all.

Plot

Seven Minutes in Heaven Plot Summary

What happens in Seven Minutes in Heaven from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Three teenage friends in a small Ohio town navigate the messy terrain of adolescence, romance, and family with a mix of humor, heartbreak, and hard choices. Natalie, Jeff, and Polly are inseparable until the complicated pull of growing up starts testing their bonds. When Jeff clashes with his stepfather Gerry, he leaves home and finds refuge at Natalie’s house while her father is away. The arrangement brings a fragile peace to a household already stretched thin, and it marks the beginning of a summer where each girl’s heart will be pulled in competing directions.

Full summary

The whole story of Seven Minutes in Heaven, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Seven Minutes in Heaven?

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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Which three teenagers make up the inseparable friend group at the heart of the story?

Details

Seven Minutes in Heaven Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “7 דקות בגן עדן” and “7 Minutes in Heaven”.

Also known as
  • 7 דקות בגן עדן
  • 7 Minutes in Heaven
  • Sheva dakot be gan eden
  • Sieben Minuten im Himmel
  • 7 Minutes au paradis

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FAQ

Seven Minutes in Heaven FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Seven Minutes in Heaven, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Seven Minutes in Heaven?

Seven Minutes in Heaven runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was Seven Minutes in Heaven released?

Seven Minutes in Heaven was released in 2008.

Who directed Seven Minutes in Heaven?

Seven Minutes in Heaven was directed by Omri Givon.

Who is in the cast of Seven Minutes in Heaven?

Seven Minutes in Heaven stars Reymonde Amsallem as Galia, Ronit Yudkevitz as Dr. Talia and Eldad Prives as Boaz (as Eldad Fribas), among 4 credited actors.

Does Seven Minutes in Heaven have a post-credit scene?

No. Seven Minutes in Heaven has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Seven Minutes in Heaven in?

The original language of Seven Minutes in Heaven is Hebrew.

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