Rabin, the Last Day
Director: Amos Gitai
Actors: Ischac Hiskiya, Yitzhak Hizkiya, Pini Mittelman
PlotThe events are set around the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin in 1995, during a peace rally in Tel Aviv. The film initially presents actual archival footage of Rabin at the rally, underscoring his historical importance and the tension that surrounded his peace initiatives. This is intertwined with re-enacted scenes that depict the day leading up to the tragic event, exploring the sociopolitical climate in Israel at that time. Various factions within Israeli society are shown: some fervently supporting Rabin’s peace process and others vehemently opposing it, believing it compromises Israel's security.
As the narrative progresses, a detailed investigation begins to unfold, aiming to uncover the circumstances and motives behind the assassination. Key government officials, security personnel, and family members find themselves drawn into an intricate web of inquiry. The film methodically examines the security lapses and intelligence failures leading up to Rabin's death, hinting at broader conspiratorial undertones. It portrays the profound impact of Rabin’s assassination on Israeli society and the subsequent fracturing of political discourse. The screenplay uses gripping dialogue and character interactions to explore themes of extremism, political fanaticism, and the heavy cost of seeking peace in a divided land.
Writers: Amos Gitai, Marie-Jose Sanselme
Release Date: 05 Nov 2015
Runtime: 153 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: Israel, France
Language: Hebrew, English
Home Video Reviews
While 'Rabin, the Last Day' offers strong visual and audio quality, its educational yet somewhat disengaging portrayal of Rabin's assassination sparks mixed feelings.
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