Legend of Destruction
The film "Legend of destruction" tells the story of the Jewish revolt against Rome which ended with the destruction of the Temple in the year 70.
While the wealthy Jewish upper-class cooperates with the cruel Roman conqueror, the poor masses are weighed down by the yoke of oppression and poverty. Secret groups of zealots emerge out of the social inequalities, corruption and injustice. They seek to revolt in the name of God.
The main protagonist is Ben Batiach, a stocky, young, kind hearted yeshiva student, who becomes one of the fanatic zealots leading the violent revolt against Rome.
After they drive the Romans out of Jerusalem, the rebels' fury is directed against Jerusalem's wealthy Jews and the city is dragged into a terrible famine and an all-consuming war of brethren. When Ben Batiach understands the horrendous consequences of his actions, it is too late to stop the impending hell.
"Legend of destruction" brings to life a key moment in Jewish history, which has impacted the history of the whole world. The film deals with religious zeal and its results, and despite the events taking place 2000 years ago, their relevance strongly resonates with our world today.
Cast
Oscar Isaac
Evangeline Lilly
Billy Zane
Elliott Gould
Marilu Henner
Crew
Director: Gidi Dar
Producer: Amir Harel, Gidi Dar, Ayelet Kait, Yaki Dunietz
Script: Gidi Dar, Shuli Rand
Animation: David Polonsky, Michael Faust
Editor: Yosef Grunfeld, Uri Ben Dov
Music: Assaf Talmudi, Yonatan Albalak
Sound Designer: Nati Zidenstadt
Details
Animation
Drama, 90 min.
HD
Language: Hebrew / English version
Subtitles: English, Hebrew
Lama Films, Eddie King, Jerusalem Film & TV Fund, HOT8, KAN, Gesher, Rabinovich Film Fund
Festivals & Awards
Israeli Academy awards - Best Editing, Best Music, Best Art Director, Best Sound Design