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The story of Shmilu, a Hasidic Jew in crisis, torn between his community and the romantic possibilities of trendy East London.
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The story of Shmilu, a Hasidic Jew in crisis, torn between his community and the romantic possibilities of trendy East London. This is the first fictional film made in Stamford Hill’s Hasidic community, with the participation of its members and Yiddish dialogue. It explores culture clash, identity struggle and the spiritual consequences.


Nominee - BAFTA 2016 Best British Short Film 

Best Overall Short Film - Palm Springs International Short Fest 2015

Vimeo Staff Pick


  • Year
    2015
  • Runtime
    15 minutes
  • Language
    English, Yiddish
  • Country
    United Kingdom
  • Director
    Billy Lumby
  • Screenwriter
    Billy Lumby
  • Producer
    Cheyenne Conway
  • Executive Producer
    Josh Appignanesi, Jennifer Byrne, Robert Cohen, Michael Etherton, Ravi Amaratunga Hitchcock, Judy Ironside, John Jencks
  • Cast
    Alexander Aplerku, Theo Barklem-Biggs, Otto Baxter
  • Cinematographer
    Paul Ozgur
  • Editor
    Michael Aaglund
  • Production Design
    Anna Hourriere
  • Composer
    Stuart Earl, Gunnar Óskarsson
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