Between the Temples is, at its core, a film that questions the essence of Judaism. Is it a rules-based religion, built on doctrine? Or is it something more flexible, more musical, based on faith, nature and human emotions? Interestingly, the character who espouses the orthodox viewpoint most fervently is one of Ben’s mothers, Judith, a convert to Judaism. The film doesn’t preach, but rather encourages us to consider these questions for ourselves. Between the Temples is a lovely film, but it won’t be for everyone – it’s a Jewish film, after all.
By Barney Pell Scholes
Between the Temples is out now. betweenthetemplesfilm.com
