The Troupe

The Troupe

Clash between new and old military band members threatens the band's stability.

1978 · 112 min · ★ 7.8 · Drama, Comedy, Music

The movie, set in the Israeli 1969 War of Attrition, tells the story of a prestigious military band, and the tensions and ego crises new band members cause when joining the band. Will the band survive?

Directed by Avi Nesher · Written by Avi Nesher

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