Even with My Eyes Open (2011)

A Musical Psychological Journey into the Extraordinary Creation of Gabriel Belchasan

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The musical and soul-searching journey of Gabriel Belhassan, musician, former orthodox Jew and recently diagnosed with manic depression. After being released from a mental institution he began working on a solo album. But leaving his family and moving to Tel Aviv frightens him - the urban solitude, pressure, disturbed sleep and totality of the music bring on the disease again. His manic attacks have him standing on the brink of sanity, reaching out to God, just as he did when he was a child. Refusing to give up, he struggles to finish the album and receive the artistic acclaim he so desperately wishes for.

Director: Ofir Trainin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 54 min
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Editing: Eyal Tsarfati
Country: Israel
Language: עִבְרִית
Original Language: he
More Films by Director: Ofir Trainin
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Even with My Eyes Open about?
The musical and soul-searching journey of Gabriel Belhassan, musician, former orthodox Jew and recently diagnosed with manic depression. After being released from a mental institution he began working on a solo album. But leaving his family and moving to Tel Aviv frightens him - the urban solitude, pressure, disturbed sleep and totality of the music bring on the disease again. His manic attacks have him standing on the brink of sanity, reaching out to God, just as he did when he was a child. Refusing to give up, he struggles to finish the album and receive the artistic acclaim he so desperately wishes for.
Who directed Even with My Eyes Open?
Even with My Eyes Open was directed by Ofir Trainin.
Who stars in Even with My Eyes Open?
Even with My Eyes Open stars Gabriel Belhassen.
How long is Even with My Eyes Open?
Even with My Eyes Open has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
What genre is Even with My Eyes Open?
Even with My Eyes Open is a Documentary film.
Where was Even with My Eyes Open produced?
Even with My Eyes Open was produced in Israel.