Trembling Before G-d

Trembling Before G-d

The hidden lives of gay and lesbian orthodox and hasidic jews.

2001 · 94 min · ★ 5.4 · Documentary

A portrait of various gay Orthodox Jews who struggle to reconcile their faith and their sexual orientation.

Directed by Sandi Simcha DuBowski

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