The Belly Dancer
2006 · 95 min · ★ 4.0 · Crime, Drama, Romance
Debbie, a young belly dancer, her dangerous yet charming lover, a criminal, and a dance club owner tell the story about love and crimes, friendship and betrayal.
Directed by Marek Rozenbaum · Written by Haim Marin
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Meital Dohan Deby -
Alon Aboutboul Goldy -
Moni Moshonov Deby's Dad -
Uri Klauzner Yossi -
Yuval Segal Yaki
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