The Great Sadness of Zohara

The Great Sadness of Zohara

1983 · 39 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

A young, orthodox Jewish woman is alienated from her Jerusalem community and drawn into the world of spirit.

Directed by Nina Menkes

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