The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return (2008)

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As Nicolai watches the end of Communism from his tiny village in deepest Romania, he realises one thing: he must emigrate to find work overseas. Before long he finds himself alongside thousands of other migrant workers in Israel – alone, exploited and far from his pregnant wife. Desperate to better his situation, he escapes and is arrested as an illegal worker, before a chance piece of information transforms everything in ways that he never dreamt possible.

Director: David Ofek
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 54 min
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Original Language: he
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return about?
As Nicolai watches the end of Communism from his tiny village in deepest Romania, he realises one thing: he must emigrate to find work overseas. Before long he finds himself alongside thousands of other migrant workers in Israel – alone, exploited and far from his pregnant wife. Desperate to better his situation, he escapes and is arrested as an illegal worker, before a chance piece of information transforms everything in ways that he never dreamt possible.
Who directed The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return?
The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return was directed by David Ofek.
How long is The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return?
The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
What genre is The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return?
The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return is a Documentary film.