A New York Times travel writer visiting Tel Aviv to research his latest article intends to sublet an apartment in Israel’s most populous city. He spontaneously agrees to share the modest one-bedroom space when it becomes clear that handsome tenant Tomer has nowhere else to go. The age gap between the reserved Michael and the free-spirited Tomer lends the film a subtle humor and charm that grows as the pair get to know one another. Please note that this film has sexual content and nudity.
“John Benjamin Hickey Brings Tears and Charm to Israeli Twist on ‘Weekend’” — Eric Kohn, Indie Wire
“Israeli director Eytan Fox brings sensitivity, restraint and slow-burn sensuality to a story of cross-generational emotional awakening in Sublet.” — David Rooney, Hollywood Reporter
Film Details: Drama LGBT / Dir: Eytan Fox / Starring: John Benjamin Hickey, Niv Nissim, Lihi Kornowski/ 2020 / Israel, USA /Hebrew, English/ 90min
Festivals: Tribeca Film Festival
