Film Festival

Come Closer

Dates : May 15, 2025 — May 18, 2025

Duration : 1 hours 47 minutes

In this emotional drama, Eden’s world is turned upside down after the tragic death of her beloved younger brother. Devastated by grief, she spirals into increasingly desperate actions to cope with her loss.

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Come Closer

This program is proudly sponsored by Ginny and Irwin Edlavitch. This program is also proudly supported by the Israeli Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North American Program Accelerator and Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.

In this poignant drama, a young woman’s life is shattered when her beloved younger brother dies in a tragic accident. Consumed by grief, Eden takes increasingly desperate measures to fill the void left by her brother’s absence. Her journey takes a passionate and dangerous turn when she discovers her brother had a secret girlfriend.

With stunning cinematography, a talented cast who deliver compelling performances that elevate the film, and a haunting soundtrack, the film offers a captivating exploration of the depths of grief and the lengths we’ll go to hold onto those we’ve lost. As Eden navigates the complexities of love, loss and obsession, viewers are taken on a powerful and unforgettable journey that will linger long after the credits roll.

Tribeca Film Festival 2024 Viewpoint Award

Conversation with director Tom Nesher following all screenings. Producer, Harel Ben Melech to moderate Cinema Arts Screening.

Dir. Tom Nesher | 2024 | Israel | 107 min
Narrative
Hebrew with English subtitles

Born in the US in 1996, Tom Nesher is a director and journalist whose debut feature, “Come Closer”, was Israel’s official selection for Best International Feature at the 2025 Academy Awards. The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it won the Viewpoints Award, and went on to receive multiple accolades, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Leading Actress at the Israeli Academy Awards. Before transitioning to filmmaking, Nesher was an investigative journalist and television anchor, creating in-depth documentary pieces that explored pressing social issues that sparked national conversations. Last January, Variety named Nesher one of its “10 Directors to Watch, “recognizing her as one of the most exciting new voices in cinema. She is represented by WME.

Harel Ben Melech is a lead producer with nearly a decade of experience in the Israeli film industry and the founder of Tiara Films. She holds a B.A in Communications, Journalism, and Philosophy from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and is a graduate of the Thelma Yellin High School for Arts. She has produced numerous short films, including The Visit (Cannes, Palm Springs, HollyShorts, Vimeo Staff Pick), The Sun Rises Down Below (Best Short, Jerusalem Film Festival), and While We Stayed Home (Best Short, Utopia & Cinequest.) She has also worked as a line producer and co-producer in features and series such as Life Without Cover (Haifa IFF 2024), Pagum (Kan 11, Israeli TV Academy Award Nominee) and Saving the Wildlife (Kan 11, Israeli Academy Award Winner).