The Seven Years of Absalon (2022)
Israeli documentary
Meir Eshel, a 22-year-old beach-boy from Southern Israel, buys a one-way ticket to Paris and re-invents himself as an artist calling himself Absalon. He quickly rises to art-scene stardom, showcased by the most prestigious museums worldwide: the Venice Bienalle, Centre Pompidou Paris, Tate Modern Gallery London, Israel Museum. Absalon’s success was short-lived – almost 7 years pass since his arrival in Paris until his tragic death, during the peak of his success at the age of 28. More than 25 years later, his younger brother Dani Eshel’s first assignment as estate manager – is to sell Absalon’s final art piece. Through his journey we learn about the life of a unique Israeli artist.
Director: David Ofek
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: May 29, 2022
Cast
- Meir Eshel - Himself
- Dani Eshel - Himself
Editing: Yoram Ivry
Production: Cinemax Productions
Country: Israel
Language: English, עִבְרִית, Français
Original Language: he
More Films by Director: David Ofek
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Seven Years of Absalon about?
- Meir Eshel, a 22-year-old beach-boy from Southern Israel, buys a one-way ticket to Paris and re-invents himself as an artist calling himself Absalon. He quickly rises to art-scene stardom, showcased by the most prestigious museums worldwide: the Venice Bienalle, Centre Pompidou Paris, Tate Modern Gallery London, Israel Museum. Absalon’s success was short-lived – almost 7 years pass since his arrival in Paris until his tragic death, during the peak of his success at the age of 28. More than 25 years later, his younger brother Dani Eshel’s first assignment as estate manager – is to sell Absalon’s final art piece. Through his journey we learn about the life of a unique Israeli artist.
- Who directed The Seven Years of Absalon?
- The Seven Years of Absalon was directed by David Ofek.
- Who stars in The Seven Years of Absalon?
- The Seven Years of Absalon stars Meir Eshel, Dani Eshel.
- How long is The Seven Years of Absalon?
- The Seven Years of Absalon has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is The Seven Years of Absalon?
- The Seven Years of Absalon is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Seven Years of Absalon produced?
- The Seven Years of Absalon was produced in Israel.