Homeland (2008)
1h 33m
Running Time
January 1, 2008Release Date
Plot.
Upon completing his service in the Israel Defense Forces, Kobi Zucker needed to get away from the pressures of the Middle East. With memories of his time there on his mind, he comes to New York City on his way to South America. While working to earn money for his trip, Kobi meets the girl of his dreams beautiful and intelligent Leila. But Leila is Palestinian, having come to New York from the West Bank with her family following the death of her oldest brother during the Intifada. Despite differences, Kobi and Leila fall in love. Meanwhile, Leila's only surviving brother, Ghazi, is having his own troubles adapting to life in his new country. Ghazi increasingly comes under the spell of a radical Muslim preacher. Ghazi now determined to prevent Leila from dishonoring her family while Leila struggles with her feelings for Kobi and her past. Can love overcome the ancient hatreds and unhealed wounds dividing Israelis and Palestinians?
Where to Watch.
No streaming offers found
Cast & Crew.

Max Rhyser
Kobi Zucker

Max Rhyser
Kobi Zucker

Yifat Sharabi
Leila

Penny Bittone
Doron

Shalin Agarwal
Ghazi

Shalin Agarwal
Ghazi

Radhika Vaz
Mother

Laurence Cantor
Father

Ellie Diez
Sheila

Pia Shah
Hala

Shayna Padovano
Mona

Ann Marie Moloney
Agent

Bern Cohen
The Sheikh

Ed Eldridge
Corky

Michael Eldridge
Director

Brad Rothschild
Writer

Steven Moskovic
Producer
