Netflix's 'Shtisel' Is Binge-Worthy Series about Ortodox Jewish family in Jerusalem.
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It is a great Series. Can't stop watching.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shtisel From Wiki: Description The series follows the lives of Shulem Shtisel (Dov Glickman), the Shtisel patriarch and a Rabbi at the local yeshiva,[4] as well as those of the other members of his family. Shtisel is set in a religious, Internet-free neighborhood.[5] The community follows strict haredi customs and violating the norms often causes chaos within the family.[6] However, the characters, who are more open to secular lifestyle, reflect Geula's moderation in comparison to their neighbors in Mea She'arim, the adjacent community known for religious extremism.[7] Reception The series has been considered innovative for its treatment of an irregular group of Orthodox Jews by stripping them of their political associations and depicting them as "ordinary" people.[8] In April 2019, Dr Maurice Yacowar (retired film studies professor and author of "The Sopranos on the Couch", Continuum) published an episode by episode analysis of the two Shtisel seasons, titled "Reading Shtisel: A TV Masterpiece from Israel". In October 2016, it was announced that Amazon Studios was planning to remake Shtisel, set in Brooklyn, New York, under the title Emmis.[9] In May 2019, it was announced that Shtisel has been renewed for a third season.[10] |
Anonymous
| I just watched both seasons. This is fantastic viewing, beautifully acted and a wonderful window into this community. I highly recommend it! |
Anonymous
Both seasons? There are two? Do you know if Amazon is going to really make one based in NYC? |
Anonymous
There is a magic created by the cast and director. I still can not get over the scene with the pickles.. |
Anonymous
| I don't remember when was the last time I could not put the remote down. I am usually perfectly fine to watch one episode per week of anything Netflix or not. This, you just can't, you need to see what's next. |
Anonymous
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The characters are very believable, written and acted. I knew I saw this actress somewhere.. I had to look it up.. yes, Davinci Code!
Vittoria Vetra.  She made very successful transformation between the two roles.
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Anonymous
| Hmmm...I don’t want to watch it if it doesn’t include the political context. One of the things I love about shows about underrepresented groups is showing all aspects of their lives. Not just the quirky cultural stuff. |
Anonymous
This doesn’t really make sense to me though. A lot of people are just living their lives without being involved in or caring about politics. The ultra-orthodox community has a unique culture that many are unfamiliar with. I don’t think you need to bring in politics to make it interesting. |
Anonymous
| it sounds interesting to me, OP, and I'm a mainstream cafeteria Catholic. So thank you for volunteering info about this show. |
Anonymous
It would seem artificial. Imagine watching Queen Sugar or the new One Day at a Time with zero discussion of politics. |
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| I found it boring. |
Anonymous
By politics I assume you mean Israel-Palestinian stuff? The ultra orthodox are not really involved with that. In fact, many are pretty anti zionist (since the messiah hasn't come). The show takes place in Israel but isn't really about Israel. |
Anonymous
| It’s fantastic. We could not stop watching. |
Anonymous
Yes, thank you! This is what I was trying to tell you! |