Yentl poster

Yentl (1983)

"In a time when the world of study belonged only to men, there lived a girl who dared to ask..."why?""

6.719832h 12mEN
MusicDramaRomance

Directed by Barbra Streisand

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

2h 12m

Language

EN

Release

November 18, 1983

Director

Barbra Streisand

Official Trailer

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Overview

In a time when girls were forbidden to study religious scriptures, a Jewish girl masquerades as a boy to enter religious training and unexpectedly finds love along the way.

Cast

Barbra Streisand

Barbra Streisand

Yentl

Mandy Patinkin

Mandy Patinkin

Avigdor

Amy Irving

Amy Irving

Hadass

Nehemiah Persoff

Nehemiah Persoff

Rebbe Mendel

Steven Hill

Steven Hill

Reb Alter Vishkower

Allan Corduner

Allan Corduner

Shimmele

Ruth Goring

Ruth Goring

Esther Rachel

David de Keyser

David de Keyser

Rabbi Zalman

Bernard Spear

Bernard Spear

Tailor

Doreen Mantle

Doreen Mantle

Mrs. Shaemen

Lynda Baron

Lynda Baron

Peshe

Jack Lynn

Jack Lynn

Bookseller

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Yentl (1983), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In a time when girls were forbidden to study religious scriptures, a Jewish girl masquerades as a boy to enter religious training and unexpectedly finds love along the way.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Yentl. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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