Wednesday, 5 November 2025 - 00:00
Director and screenwriter: Tom Nesher
Drama, 107 min, Israel / Italy (2024)
IN COMPETITION
V.O. Hebrew, S.T. English
Nominated for the Lys d’or of Best Actress,Best Script and Best Director
In Tel Aviv, Eden (20) loses her younger brother Nati, who dies in an accident. When she discovers he had a secret girlfriend, Maya, she begins an obsessive relationship with her, hoping to extend the bond of love that once united them. At the same time, Eden navigates family conflicts—with a distant father, a troubled mother, and her own desire for independence. This powerful journey of love, grief, and redemption.
CASTING
Lia Elalouf : Eden
Darya Rosenn : Maya
Netta Garti : Mère d’Eden
Yaakov Zada-Daniel : Shlomo
LEAD ACTRESS
Lia Elalouf: An Israeli actress born in Givatayim, she began her career with Come Closer. Her acclaimed performance earned her the Best Actress Award at the 2024 Jerusalem Film Festival as well as the Ophir Award the same year. She portrays Eden, a complex character, with emotional depth praised by critics.
AWARDS
- Ophir Awards 2024: Best Film, Best Director (Tom Nesher), Best Actress (Lia Elalouf), Best Editing
- Tribeca Film Festival 2024: Viewpoints Award
- Jerusalem Film Festival 2024: Best First Feature and Best Actress
- Official Israeli Submission for the 2025 Academy Awards
PRESS REVIEW
“Come Closer: A tale of love, loss, and redemption”
The Jerusalem Post (September 2024)
“Come Closer is Nesher’s compelling feature debut on loss & grief”
That Shelf