Two Turkish-Israeli women source hair tails from male traders in Turkey to sell to wig makers in Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, and Bnei Brak.
“A Documentary on Traveling Hair”
Synopsis
Two Turkish-Israeli women source hair tails from male traders in Turkey to sell to wig makers in Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, and Bnei Brak.
People
Synopsis
Coya Daniel and Sima navigate the hair trade between Turkey and Israel, sourcing hair tails from male traders in Turkey. They sell these tails to wig makers in Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, and Bnei Brak. Orthodox Jewish women use these wigs to cover their heads, turning hair from Anatolian women into a commercial product. As the hair is processed and certified kosher, the women who grow it remain largely unseen, prompting reflections on identity and value in this market.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Coya and Sima, key players in the hair trade.
- Find out how hair becomes kosher for Orthodox Jewish wigs.
- See the cities of Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, and Bnei Brak.
Did You Know
- The film features two main characters, Coya and Sima.
- Wigs made from the hair are used by Orthodox Jewish women in Israel.
- The documentary runs for 57 minutes and was released in 2019.
- The hair is sourced from male traders in Turkey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main trade featured in Heads and Tails?
The main trade featured is the sourcing of hair tails from male traders in Turkey, which are sold to wig makers in Israel.
Who are the main subjects of the documentary Heads and Tails?
The main subjects are two Turkish-Israeli women named Coya and Sima.
What languages are spoken in the documentary Heads and Tails?
The languages spoken in the documentary are Hebrew and Turkish.
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