The Band (1978)
- Original title
- הלהקה
- Directed by
- Avi Nesher
- Genre
- comedy film
- Country
- Israel
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Rating
- 7.8 of 10 from 9 voters
- Elsewhere
- IMDb
The catalogue in 3D
The film shelves have a room of their own that you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real films from the same catalogue when you tell them what you feel like watching. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this film is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.
How it feels
A group of new recruits join a military band during the War of Attrition. They face hazing from veteran members and get caught up in rivalries and romantic relationships while trying to prove themselves.
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What happens
The Band, הלהקה, (also known as The Troupe) is a 1978 Israeli musical comedy film directed by Avi Nesher about a military band during the War of Attrition. The story dives into the hazing, intense rivalries, and romantic entanglements between veteran members and new recruits who are eager to prove themselves. The movie was initially unsuccessful but has grown in popularity over time. The character of the choir leader is inspired by the real-life composer, arranger, and music director of The Nahal Band, Yair Rosenblum. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)
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