Menachem Lang returns to Bnei Brak, Israel, to confront his past of childhood sexual abuse within the ultra-Orthodox community and engage with fellow survivors.
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Menachem Lang returns to Bnei Brak, Israel, to confront his past of childhood sexual abuse within the ultra-Orthodox community and engage with fellow survivors.
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Menachem Lang returns to Bnei Brak, Israel, to confront a painful past marked by childhood sexual abuse within his ultra-Orthodox community. Now 35, Lang engages with other survivors, discussing their shared experiences and the community's silence on these issues. He seeks to reconcile with his parents while addressing the troubling patterns of abuse that have affected many lives. The film, directed by Yolande Zauberman, won the César Award for Best Documentary Film in 2020.
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Why Watch
- Meet Menachem Lang confronting his past in Bnei Brak.
- See discussions on child abuse within the ultra-Orthodox community.
- Find out how Menachem seeks reconciliation with his parents.
Did You Know
- Menachem Lang is 35 years old during the events of the film.
- The film won the César Award for Best Documentary Film in 2020.
- M was directed by Yolande Zauberman.
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Who directed the documentary M?
M was directed by Yolande Zauberman.
What award did M receive in 2020?
In 2020, M received the César Award for Best Documentary Film.
What is the primary focus of the documentary M?
M follows Menachem Lang as he confronts his childhood abusers and discusses child abuse within the ultra-Orthodox community.
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