The Tale of Nicolai and the Law of Return (2008)
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
Release Date: January 1, 2008
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.