Srugim (2008–2012): Season 3, Episode 3 - Episode #3.3 - full transcript
Nati is in charge of his brother's "wedding blessings" event. The tense atmosphere is gone after a new neighbor joins the prayer to make up for Minyan. As she's trying to handle seeing married Roee, Reut finds a new source of comfort.
I'm pregnant.
When we met on the bus,
I thought,
why isn't she with me?
I want to marry you.
I'd like to commemorate Mom.
We'll think of something nice to do.
I'm Tehila.
People abroad wait months
for their orders.
What kind of orders?
-Torah ark curtains.
Dad? What do you think of
ordering a special Torah ark curtain
in Mom's memory?
I love you.
It's not working, Reiit.
-What did I do wrong? What?
Aren't you attracted to me?
-Reut, I'm attracted to men!
Then why do you go out with girls?
"Srugim"
Where will we put all of this?
Oh!
Where should I put this?
Would you like to have
these flowers?
I'd better not, they'll die.
It fell down the stairs.
Thank God.
Here.
OK... I'll be going.
There's hot water,
I turned the boiler on.
Thanks.
-Thanks for everything, Nati.
It's OK.
How is the Torah ark curtain
coming along?
It's coming along. -Yeah?
-Yes. -Great.
Who did you invite to the
Sheva Brachot celebration?
Amir, Yifat, Hodaya...
Friends.
Did I leave my coat in the car?
I can persuade Dad to excuse
It's OK.
-Going to Jerusalem could be nice.
We can also decide not to go.
-No... it's OK.
OK, I'm going.
-Did the groom bless you?
Yes.
-No.
I've blessed so many people,
I can't remember.
Congratulations.
-Thank you.
Bye.
This itches.
-You can take it off.
"Tehila Yuval
Handmade Torah Ark Curtains"
Good morning.
Hi. -Yes?
-Good morning. -Good morning.
I'm sorry to bother you like this,
I called a thousand times
and there was no answer.
The phone isn't always near me.
I want to order a Torah ark curtain
in memory of someone.
This is a very busy time for me,
I'm sorry.
Excuse me, did I wake you? -No,
I've just come back from the grocery.
Listen, why don't I leave you
my phone number
and if you have time
you'll give me a call? -OK.
Aren't you Azaria's roommate?
Yes, I am.
-He sent you?
No way.
He doesn't even know I'm here.
OK...
Call me in two weeks,
maybe I can work something out.
I'm sorry.
How did you sleep?
-Wonderfully, thank you.
Why didn't you wake me?
You can still make the late prayer,
I didn't want to disturb you.
OK, I'll be going.
You forgot something.
"Roi Brenner"
Thank you.
My parents bought it,
but I picked it out.
Thank you. Really.
-It's only a prayer shawl bag.
For other things too.
For everything.
You're welcome.
Since when do you come
to the 10 o'clock service?
Since I'm out of a job.
How was the wedding?
-Weddings.
On the men's side it was fine.
As for the women, I have no idea.
Now I'm stuck with organizing
the Sheva Brachot. -Shhh.
I don't know how to get out of
-Shhh. -OK.
Are you sure it's OK?
-Sure.
I have plenty of time, beJiieve me.
Yifat won't mind you
volunteering her to cook?
She loves it,
why should it bother her?
Wow, that's great.
You saved me.
All we have to do now
is get a minyan (quorum) together.
What's the problem?
You, me, Roi,
I'll tell my brother to come
we have two single neighbors.
That's six.
-Hodaya's boyfriend. That's it.
We'll ask Reut to bring someone...
How many more do you need?
It's a bit touchy with Reut.
Nati, she'll kill you if she finds out
that you didn't invite her.
I never told her that Roi
was getting married.
You're some piece of work, Nati.
-Why should I tell her such a thing?
Because she'll find out eventually
and be mad at you for not telling her.
Why don't you call her?
No. It's better coming from you.
-C'mon...
And while you're at it,
invite her to the Sheva Brachot.
C'mon, invite her,
she won't come anyway.
You might have a point.
Nice.
Just a second.
Yes, Nati?
-Am I disturbing you, Reut?
No, it's OK,
I've got a few minutes.
OK... I thought you should
hear it from me.
Roi got married yesterday.
Got married?
Your brother, Roi?
Yes, it all happened so quickly.
We hardly had a chance to plan it.
Who did he marry?
Rivki, she's ultra-orthodox.
Reut?
Anyway, we're having the Sheva
Brachot tonight and you're invited.
I know you're very busy
so you don't have to come.
What's she like?
-Who?
The bride.
-Oh... I don't know.
I only met her once.
How old is she?
Listen, I'm in the middle
of my shift, I gotta run.
OK, go.
I'll be there.
No, you don't have to.
-Where will it be?
At Amir and Yifat's house,
at 8:30.
What's that? -Stir-fried chicken,
Certified ultra-orthodox kosher.
What's going to happen tonight?
We eat, talk...
Somebody gives a Torah discourse
and they say the Sheva Brachot.
What's that?
Its seven blessings the sages wrote
to make the marriage succeed. Maybe.
It's nice actually.
Who will be there?
-Amir, Yifat, Nati, the whole gang.
I haven't told anyone
that we're getting married.
Not even Yifat?
-No.
OK.
It's not as if I changed my status
on Facebook or anything.
Who has energy for all the phone calls
and congratulations? -Right?
Let's enjoy it a bit longer,
just the two of us,
without the whole world.
It's best that way.
Stir it.
-I just did.
So stir it again.
From the bottom.
You plan to stay out of the kitchen
for six months?
What can I do?
The smell is killing me.
You realize that they'll all know
you're pregnant.
Isn't it better to just tell them?
-Keep stirring so it doesn't stick.
Not even Hodaya?
I'll tell everyone after the fetal scan.
-But there's no end to it, Yifat.
There'll always be
another nerve-racking test.
Fine.
Everything will be fine.
With God's help,
everything will be fine. Have faith.
Your clothes smell like a kitchen,
I can't...
Go on, stir.
Half an hour and it's over.
Have some pita, humus
say grace and it's over.
Bro, I'm stuck,
you're the tenth man for the minyan.
I spoke to him, he can't.
So postpone your date
by half an hour.
Don't mention it.
Sefi, I hope you'll be next.
Bye.
What are you doing?
Filling out the soccer pools.
Soccer pools?
-Soccer pools.
Do you mind coming to
my brother's Sheva Brachot?
We need a new face
and a minyan.
You wouldn't believe
the dream I had.
You have the weirdest dreams
in the afternoon. -What was it?
I dreamt I was
at Tehila's wedding
and I'm trying to see
the groom's face
but someone keeps getting in the way.
I only see his back.
And he's so familiar.
Something about the shape
of his head... it's big,
I know that I know him.
The rabbi keeps repeating,
"Blessed are you who gladden
the groom and the bride,"
and all I want to do is choke
the rat who stole my bride.
It's insane, isn'
-Totally.
Will you come?
-When is it?
In 3 hours, at my friends' house,
Amir and Yifat.
If I finish here, I'll come.
How long does it take to fill out
a soccer form? -I'll make an effort
Herzog's file.
Put it here,
I'll go over it tomorrow.
You're making a big effort
for an ex.
Excuse me? -You're going to your
ex-boyfriend's Sheva Brachot, no?
How do you know?
I overheard your conversation.
I was there, remember?
I can go with you if you like.
Let me get this straight, Eitan,
you're offering to go with me
so my ex thinks
I'm seeing someone?
No, I thought you'd be more...
-No, I'm not like that.
Thank you.
Who's the nicest?
-What?
Which of your Jerusalem
friends is the nicest?
I don't know.
They're all nice.
Especially Amir.
-You didn't tell me about Amir.
Because they're not
really my friends.
You were with them in Jerusalem
for over a year, no?
I was near them,
not actually with them.
Everyone there
lives within himself,
is only concerned with himself,
with fulfilling himself.
They hardly have room for God.
Why didn't you tell me?
We didn't have to go.
No...
They want to rejoice with
Hold this for a second.
What? Is it wrinkled?
No...
You're sweet and I love you.
Hey...
-Hi. -Hi.
It's so nice to see you.
You look great.
-Thanks.
How do I look?
-As handsome as a groom.
Yes?
Hi.
-Hi.
Are you alright?
-Sure, why shouldn't I be?
They haven't arrived yet.
I brought sushi.
The groom loves it.
I hope the bride does too.
Hello.
Hi, I'm so glad you came.
-Hi.
I told you I would.
-Well, I'm glad you came.
We missed you.
-Yes. -Right.
Put the food in the kitchen,
Amir is there.
Wow.
What...?
What? -Nothing.
It's great to see you with Avri.
Yes, it's great.
Did Nati do anything
or did you and Yifat do it all?
He's in charge of the minyan.
-What a rat.
And he's late.
-The rat is here.
I even brought flowers.
I didn't know there was ultra-orthodox
kosher sushi. -Why ultra-orthodox?
Tell me that you found
the tenth person for the minyan.
My roommate will be here right after
he fills out his soccer form.
Does Roi know how to get here?
-I think so.
Should I take something out?
Are there any napkins?
Reut, everything's fine, really.
Here you go.
-Put this outside.
Everything's fine.
You said she wouldn't come.
-I wouldn't have come.
Right, why torture yourself?
All girls are like that a bit.
Masochists.
-Yeah.
It's an ultra-orthodox couple.
Maybe they want a donation?
Amir!
"Let it soon be heard
In the cities of Judea
"And the streets of Jerusalem
"The sound of Joy and gladness
"The voice of a groom and bride..."
Didn't you know?
-No one bothered to tell me.
Welcome, congratulations.
Thank you for your hospitality.
-The pleasure is all ours.
OK, shall we wash our hands?
-Don't worry, everything is strictly kosher.
Except the sushi.
Don't bring out the sushi.
I'm Reut.
-Nice to meet you.
Do you know anyone here?
Yifat, the moussaka is great.
-Thank you.
Why don't we tell them?
How much cauliflower are you eating?
Geez.
Everyone's here,
it's a great opportunity.
This isn't a good time for me.
I think it's a perfect time.
It'll be a real celebration.
Who's carrying this...?
Cut it out,
it's not a good time for me.
OK, fine,
you don't want to, OK.
Would you like more salad?
-Yes.
Congratulations.
-Thank you. -Bless you.
They did a very nice job here.
-Yes.
You're married.
-Yes.
Your wife is lovely.
-Thank you.
How did you meet your bride?
I was just asking your husband
how you met.
The husband of a friend of mine
studies with Roi.
e should buy her a gift.
-Right.
Did you date a long time
before you decided?
No.
-No.
We didn't have to.
After 3 dates we knew this was it.
How nice.
-Yes.
OK... we're out of schnitzel,
I'll get some more from the kitchen.
When did Roi become devout?
I don't know exactly.
He didn't become devout,
he was already religious.
He became pious?
No, Shasniks become pious.
He... became ultra-orthodox.
A black-hatter.
Why isn't her head covered?
That's a wig!
Custom made.
It's made from the hair
of poor Indian girls. -Yuck.
You don't say "yuck"
about a 4,000 shekel wig.
Don't you want
to tell Yifat at least?
Now?
I thought you're not up to
all the congratulations.
You're right; she's such a gossip,
she'll probably tell everyone.
What about the Dvar Torah
you prepared?
Later. I don't think
it's the right time.
You prepared a Dvar Torah?
Yes, I'll say it later.
-Why later?
Friends, Dvar Torah!
I'll make it brief,
just to fulfill my obligation.
In the time of the Temple,
the Divine Presence dwelled
between the two curtains of the ark,
since its destruction, the Divine
Presence has no place to dwell.
Rabbi Akiva's commentary
on the Bible verse:
"A person shall leave his father
and mother and cleave to his wife.
"If there is love
in the marriage
"God's Presence
dwells between them.
"If there is no love,
a fire consumes them."
In other words, God's presence
can dwell in the marriage.
Marriage is like the Temple.
Of course we all know
Rabbi Yochanan's words:
"He who gladdens
the groom and bride
"it is as if he rebuilt
one of the ruins of Jerusalem."
So on behalf of myself
and my wife Rivki
I'd like to thank everyone
who came here to rejoice with us.
We shall find comfort
in the building of Jerusalem. -Amen.
Well done. Well done.
-Thank you.
"The mingling of the grapes of the vine
with the grapes of the vine
"Is beautiful and acceptable..."
You shouldn't have come.
No, I'm glad I came.
Although I could've lived without
knowing that Rivki is pretty.
She's not pretty.
-Liar.
She's not pretty!
How could he suddenly....
Did something happen that...
After he ran away from here,
he tried to find himself,
until he happened to find
an ultra-orthodox yeshiva in Ashdod.
He said he'd go back
to his internship. -He never did.
No, and he won't.
Reut, everything is much simpler
in the ultra-orthodox world.
Nobody asks any questions,
you don't have much time to think.
Three dates and you get married.
They look happy.
-You look happy.
Moron.
-No, really, you're glowing...
Would you like a drink?
-Yeah.
OK, friends, they say that
our lives are so complicated
that you should jump
at any opportunity to receive a blessing.
So Rivki and Roi, we'll each
take an object out of the basket
and bless you with a blessing
that has to do with that object.
I'll start.
OK... socks.
They usually come in pairs,
that's how it should be.
They each have a matching sock.
Colored ones
go with colored ones,
black with black.
So... I hope you don't
get lost in the wash.
Thanks.
-Thank you.
Amen, amen...
The next person will bless on...
A diaper.
Yes?
Oh, that's my roommate Azaria.
Yifat, everyone,
this is Azaria.
Azaria... everyone.
-Nice to meet you.
Greetings to those present.
-Sit down, welcome.
Who are the bride and groom?
-We are.
"Blessed are You, our Lord,
King of the universe
"Who has made a miracle
in this place". -Amen.
Amen, amen.
Your husband has to find a job,
the sooner the better.
Tell me about it.
Why isn't the sushi out there?
Because it's not ultra-orthodox kosher.
Is there vegetarian sushi in there?
I think they're in this section.
Yes, avocado and carrot.
Since when do you prefer vegetarian?
I'm not allowed to eat raw fish.
-Why not?
I'm pregnant.
Wow!
Congratulations.
-Thank you.
How far along are you?
4 months.
You'll be an amazing mother.
-Thanks.
Why didn't you tell me before?
-I didn't tell anyone. -Why?
Because if I say I'm pregnant,
it means I am pregnant,
and I'm scared to death.
What?
Do I sound completely insane?
No.
Don't tell anyone.
-Of course not.
Is my my turn?
A short time ago,
the woman I loved
told me that she
doesn't want me anymore.
May God forgive me,
I started chasing her
like Titus' mosquito.
I watched her buying the fabric
and threads for her Torah ark curtains,
she embroiders Torah ark curtains.
Today, I filled out a soccer form
and I decided, that's it,
I'm drawing the line.
I'm letting her go,
and I'm moving forward. -Good.
Like Binyamin Shvili writes
in his poem:
Nothing stands still in this world,
Everything moves,
For everything is vanity,
And without love,
We would probably go mad.
I'd like to wish the young couple
and all of us...
May their lives be a good ride.
Like the poet says,
they're constantly moving anyway.
We should remember
that the past is something
we see in the side mirror,
it can't run you over,
but if you stop,
it'll hit your bumper.
So don't stop.
Cheers. -Cheers.
-Cheers.
Without love we'll go mad, so...
To love. -To love.
Avri and I are getting married.
What?
-Congratulations.
Congratulations.
-Thank you.
Congratulations.
-Thanks.
We're pregnant.
-Wow!
Congratulations.
-Wow, what great news.
"Let it soon be heard
In the cities of Judea
"And the streets of Jerusalem
"The sound of Joy and gladness
"The voice of a groom and bride..."
I wanted to thank you
for your blessing.
It came from the heart
and went into the heart.
The pleasure is all mine.
I hope this is the start
of better times for you,
God willing.
-God willing.
Say: "I hope you'll be next."
-I hope you'll be next.
May God Almighty send you
your soul mate.
Amen.
-Amen.
We have a minyan. It's time
foiythe Sheva Brachot. -Great.
Careful.
-Thank you.
Guys, don't leave empty-handed,
there's plenty of leftovers.
And plenty of garbage
to be thrown out.
No, no, no... not you.
Put it down.
Didn't you take challah bread
from the wedding?
I have lots of single girlfriends
who need good luck.
This is sushi, right?
Yes.
Here, dip it.
It's delicious.
I didn't get a chance to
say Mazel Tov, earlier.
I hope you have a wonderful life.
-Thank you. -Thank you very much.
I hope you'll be next.
Thank you.
Where should I put this?
-Anywhere.
It went well, didn't it?
OK.
We'll be going to Ashdod.
Thank you very much.
-My pleasure.
Good luck with the Torah ark curtain.
And good luck with
the embroiderer too.
What? -I didn't understand
where you got the idea to make
an ark curtain in Mom's memory
Now I do.
You're on to me.
I'm a bastard
-It's OK.
You never know from where
God will send you
your intended.
Do I have the rabbi's confirmation
that I'm not a bastard?
Forget it.
OK...
We'll talk.
We'll talk.
What did you bring?
Ultra-kosher schnitzel and sushi.
I'm happy you told everyone.
I was a little worried,
I thought you'd never tell.
You didn't say a word.
Because I know you,
I didn't want to add extra pressure.
I love you,
you know that?
Yes.
It itches. Hide me.
told you on the way
was malicious.
I wasn't talking about them,
I was talking about me,
the person I used to be.
They're good people.
-Yes.
Especially that guy, Avri.
He seems to be God-fearing.
Yes.
When we met on the bus,
I thought,
why isn't she with me?
I want to marry you.
I'd like to commemorate Mom.
We'll think of something nice to do.
I'm Tehila.
People abroad wait months
for their orders.
What kind of orders?
-Torah ark curtains.
Dad? What do you think of
ordering a special Torah ark curtain
in Mom's memory?
I love you.
It's not working, Reiit.
-What did I do wrong? What?
Aren't you attracted to me?
-Reut, I'm attracted to men!
Then why do you go out with girls?
"Srugim"
Where will we put all of this?
Oh!
Where should I put this?
Would you like to have
these flowers?
I'd better not, they'll die.
It fell down the stairs.
Thank God.
Here.
OK... I'll be going.
There's hot water,
I turned the boiler on.
Thanks.
-Thanks for everything, Nati.
It's OK.
How is the Torah ark curtain
coming along?
It's coming along. -Yeah?
-Yes. -Great.
Who did you invite to the
Sheva Brachot celebration?
Amir, Yifat, Hodaya...
Friends.
Did I leave my coat in the car?
I can persuade Dad to excuse
It's OK.
-Going to Jerusalem could be nice.
We can also decide not to go.
-No... it's OK.
OK, I'm going.
-Did the groom bless you?
Yes.
-No.
I've blessed so many people,
I can't remember.
Congratulations.
-Thank you.
Bye.
This itches.
-You can take it off.
"Tehila Yuval
Handmade Torah Ark Curtains"
Good morning.
Hi. -Yes?
-Good morning. -Good morning.
I'm sorry to bother you like this,
I called a thousand times
and there was no answer.
The phone isn't always near me.
I want to order a Torah ark curtain
in memory of someone.
This is a very busy time for me,
I'm sorry.
Excuse me, did I wake you? -No,
I've just come back from the grocery.
Listen, why don't I leave you
my phone number
and if you have time
you'll give me a call? -OK.
Aren't you Azaria's roommate?
Yes, I am.
-He sent you?
No way.
He doesn't even know I'm here.
OK...
Call me in two weeks,
maybe I can work something out.
I'm sorry.
How did you sleep?
-Wonderfully, thank you.
Why didn't you wake me?
You can still make the late prayer,
I didn't want to disturb you.
OK, I'll be going.
You forgot something.
"Roi Brenner"
Thank you.
My parents bought it,
but I picked it out.
Thank you. Really.
-It's only a prayer shawl bag.
For other things too.
For everything.
You're welcome.
Since when do you come
to the 10 o'clock service?
Since I'm out of a job.
How was the wedding?
-Weddings.
On the men's side it was fine.
As for the women, I have no idea.
Now I'm stuck with organizing
the Sheva Brachot. -Shhh.
I don't know how to get out of
-Shhh. -OK.
Are you sure it's OK?
-Sure.
I have plenty of time, beJiieve me.
Yifat won't mind you
volunteering her to cook?
She loves it,
why should it bother her?
Wow, that's great.
You saved me.
All we have to do now
is get a minyan (quorum) together.
What's the problem?
You, me, Roi,
I'll tell my brother to come
we have two single neighbors.
That's six.
-Hodaya's boyfriend. That's it.
We'll ask Reut to bring someone...
How many more do you need?
It's a bit touchy with Reut.
Nati, she'll kill you if she finds out
that you didn't invite her.
I never told her that Roi
was getting married.
You're some piece of work, Nati.
-Why should I tell her such a thing?
Because she'll find out eventually
and be mad at you for not telling her.
Why don't you call her?
No. It's better coming from you.
-C'mon...
And while you're at it,
invite her to the Sheva Brachot.
C'mon, invite her,
she won't come anyway.
You might have a point.
Nice.
Just a second.
Yes, Nati?
-Am I disturbing you, Reut?
No, it's OK,
I've got a few minutes.
OK... I thought you should
hear it from me.
Roi got married yesterday.
Got married?
Your brother, Roi?
Yes, it all happened so quickly.
We hardly had a chance to plan it.
Who did he marry?
Rivki, she's ultra-orthodox.
Reut?
Anyway, we're having the Sheva
Brachot tonight and you're invited.
I know you're very busy
so you don't have to come.
What's she like?
-Who?
The bride.
-Oh... I don't know.
I only met her once.
How old is she?
Listen, I'm in the middle
of my shift, I gotta run.
OK, go.
I'll be there.
No, you don't have to.
-Where will it be?
At Amir and Yifat's house,
at 8:30.
What's that? -Stir-fried chicken,
Certified ultra-orthodox kosher.
What's going to happen tonight?
We eat, talk...
Somebody gives a Torah discourse
and they say the Sheva Brachot.
What's that?
Its seven blessings the sages wrote
to make the marriage succeed. Maybe.
It's nice actually.
Who will be there?
-Amir, Yifat, Nati, the whole gang.
I haven't told anyone
that we're getting married.
Not even Yifat?
-No.
OK.
It's not as if I changed my status
on Facebook or anything.
Who has energy for all the phone calls
and congratulations? -Right?
Let's enjoy it a bit longer,
just the two of us,
without the whole world.
It's best that way.
Stir it.
-I just did.
So stir it again.
From the bottom.
You plan to stay out of the kitchen
for six months?
What can I do?
The smell is killing me.
You realize that they'll all know
you're pregnant.
Isn't it better to just tell them?
-Keep stirring so it doesn't stick.
Not even Hodaya?
I'll tell everyone after the fetal scan.
-But there's no end to it, Yifat.
There'll always be
another nerve-racking test.
Fine.
Everything will be fine.
With God's help,
everything will be fine. Have faith.
Your clothes smell like a kitchen,
I can't...
Go on, stir.
Half an hour and it's over.
Have some pita, humus
say grace and it's over.
Bro, I'm stuck,
you're the tenth man for the minyan.
I spoke to him, he can't.
So postpone your date
by half an hour.
Don't mention it.
Sefi, I hope you'll be next.
Bye.
What are you doing?
Filling out the soccer pools.
Soccer pools?
-Soccer pools.
Do you mind coming to
my brother's Sheva Brachot?
We need a new face
and a minyan.
You wouldn't believe
the dream I had.
You have the weirdest dreams
in the afternoon. -What was it?
I dreamt I was
at Tehila's wedding
and I'm trying to see
the groom's face
but someone keeps getting in the way.
I only see his back.
And he's so familiar.
Something about the shape
of his head... it's big,
I know that I know him.
The rabbi keeps repeating,
"Blessed are you who gladden
the groom and the bride,"
and all I want to do is choke
the rat who stole my bride.
It's insane, isn'
-Totally.
Will you come?
-When is it?
In 3 hours, at my friends' house,
Amir and Yifat.
If I finish here, I'll come.
How long does it take to fill out
a soccer form? -I'll make an effort
Herzog's file.
Put it here,
I'll go over it tomorrow.
You're making a big effort
for an ex.
Excuse me? -You're going to your
ex-boyfriend's Sheva Brachot, no?
How do you know?
I overheard your conversation.
I was there, remember?
I can go with you if you like.
Let me get this straight, Eitan,
you're offering to go with me
so my ex thinks
I'm seeing someone?
No, I thought you'd be more...
-No, I'm not like that.
Thank you.
Who's the nicest?
-What?
Which of your Jerusalem
friends is the nicest?
I don't know.
They're all nice.
Especially Amir.
-You didn't tell me about Amir.
Because they're not
really my friends.
You were with them in Jerusalem
for over a year, no?
I was near them,
not actually with them.
Everyone there
lives within himself,
is only concerned with himself,
with fulfilling himself.
They hardly have room for God.
Why didn't you tell me?
We didn't have to go.
No...
They want to rejoice with
Hold this for a second.
What? Is it wrinkled?
No...
You're sweet and I love you.
Hey...
-Hi. -Hi.
It's so nice to see you.
You look great.
-Thanks.
How do I look?
-As handsome as a groom.
Yes?
Hi.
-Hi.
Are you alright?
-Sure, why shouldn't I be?
They haven't arrived yet.
I brought sushi.
The groom loves it.
I hope the bride does too.
Hello.
Hi, I'm so glad you came.
-Hi.
I told you I would.
-Well, I'm glad you came.
We missed you.
-Yes. -Right.
Put the food in the kitchen,
Amir is there.
Wow.
What...?
What? -Nothing.
It's great to see you with Avri.
Yes, it's great.
Did Nati do anything
or did you and Yifat do it all?
He's in charge of the minyan.
-What a rat.
And he's late.
-The rat is here.
I even brought flowers.
I didn't know there was ultra-orthodox
kosher sushi. -Why ultra-orthodox?
Tell me that you found
the tenth person for the minyan.
My roommate will be here right after
he fills out his soccer form.
Does Roi know how to get here?
-I think so.
Should I take something out?
Are there any napkins?
Reut, everything's fine, really.
Here you go.
-Put this outside.
Everything's fine.
You said she wouldn't come.
-I wouldn't have come.
Right, why torture yourself?
All girls are like that a bit.
Masochists.
-Yeah.
It's an ultra-orthodox couple.
Maybe they want a donation?
Amir!
"Let it soon be heard
In the cities of Judea
"And the streets of Jerusalem
"The sound of Joy and gladness
"The voice of a groom and bride..."
Didn't you know?
-No one bothered to tell me.
Welcome, congratulations.
Thank you for your hospitality.
-The pleasure is all ours.
OK, shall we wash our hands?
-Don't worry, everything is strictly kosher.
Except the sushi.
Don't bring out the sushi.
I'm Reut.
-Nice to meet you.
Do you know anyone here?
Yifat, the moussaka is great.
-Thank you.
Why don't we tell them?
How much cauliflower are you eating?
Geez.
Everyone's here,
it's a great opportunity.
This isn't a good time for me.
I think it's a perfect time.
It'll be a real celebration.
Who's carrying this...?
Cut it out,
it's not a good time for me.
OK, fine,
you don't want to, OK.
Would you like more salad?
-Yes.
Congratulations.
-Thank you. -Bless you.
They did a very nice job here.
-Yes.
You're married.
-Yes.
Your wife is lovely.
-Thank you.
How did you meet your bride?
I was just asking your husband
how you met.
The husband of a friend of mine
studies with Roi.
e should buy her a gift.
-Right.
Did you date a long time
before you decided?
No.
-No.
We didn't have to.
After 3 dates we knew this was it.
How nice.
-Yes.
OK... we're out of schnitzel,
I'll get some more from the kitchen.
When did Roi become devout?
I don't know exactly.
He didn't become devout,
he was already religious.
He became pious?
No, Shasniks become pious.
He... became ultra-orthodox.
A black-hatter.
Why isn't her head covered?
That's a wig!
Custom made.
It's made from the hair
of poor Indian girls. -Yuck.
You don't say "yuck"
about a 4,000 shekel wig.
Don't you want
to tell Yifat at least?
Now?
I thought you're not up to
all the congratulations.
You're right; she's such a gossip,
she'll probably tell everyone.
What about the Dvar Torah
you prepared?
Later. I don't think
it's the right time.
You prepared a Dvar Torah?
Yes, I'll say it later.
-Why later?
Friends, Dvar Torah!
I'll make it brief,
just to fulfill my obligation.
In the time of the Temple,
the Divine Presence dwelled
between the two curtains of the ark,
since its destruction, the Divine
Presence has no place to dwell.
Rabbi Akiva's commentary
on the Bible verse:
"A person shall leave his father
and mother and cleave to his wife.
"If there is love
in the marriage
"God's Presence
dwells between them.
"If there is no love,
a fire consumes them."
In other words, God's presence
can dwell in the marriage.
Marriage is like the Temple.
Of course we all know
Rabbi Yochanan's words:
"He who gladdens
the groom and bride
"it is as if he rebuilt
one of the ruins of Jerusalem."
So on behalf of myself
and my wife Rivki
I'd like to thank everyone
who came here to rejoice with us.
We shall find comfort
in the building of Jerusalem. -Amen.
Well done. Well done.
-Thank you.
"The mingling of the grapes of the vine
with the grapes of the vine
"Is beautiful and acceptable..."
You shouldn't have come.
No, I'm glad I came.
Although I could've lived without
knowing that Rivki is pretty.
She's not pretty.
-Liar.
She's not pretty!
How could he suddenly....
Did something happen that...
After he ran away from here,
he tried to find himself,
until he happened to find
an ultra-orthodox yeshiva in Ashdod.
He said he'd go back
to his internship. -He never did.
No, and he won't.
Reut, everything is much simpler
in the ultra-orthodox world.
Nobody asks any questions,
you don't have much time to think.
Three dates and you get married.
They look happy.
-You look happy.
Moron.
-No, really, you're glowing...
Would you like a drink?
-Yeah.
OK, friends, they say that
our lives are so complicated
that you should jump
at any opportunity to receive a blessing.
So Rivki and Roi, we'll each
take an object out of the basket
and bless you with a blessing
that has to do with that object.
I'll start.
OK... socks.
They usually come in pairs,
that's how it should be.
They each have a matching sock.
Colored ones
go with colored ones,
black with black.
So... I hope you don't
get lost in the wash.
Thanks.
-Thank you.
Amen, amen...
The next person will bless on...
A diaper.
Yes?
Oh, that's my roommate Azaria.
Yifat, everyone,
this is Azaria.
Azaria... everyone.
-Nice to meet you.
Greetings to those present.
-Sit down, welcome.
Who are the bride and groom?
-We are.
"Blessed are You, our Lord,
King of the universe
"Who has made a miracle
in this place". -Amen.
Amen, amen.
Your husband has to find a job,
the sooner the better.
Tell me about it.
Why isn't the sushi out there?
Because it's not ultra-orthodox kosher.
Is there vegetarian sushi in there?
I think they're in this section.
Yes, avocado and carrot.
Since when do you prefer vegetarian?
I'm not allowed to eat raw fish.
-Why not?
I'm pregnant.
Wow!
Congratulations.
-Thank you.
How far along are you?
4 months.
You'll be an amazing mother.
-Thanks.
Why didn't you tell me before?
-I didn't tell anyone. -Why?
Because if I say I'm pregnant,
it means I am pregnant,
and I'm scared to death.
What?
Do I sound completely insane?
No.
Don't tell anyone.
-Of course not.
Is my my turn?
A short time ago,
the woman I loved
told me that she
doesn't want me anymore.
May God forgive me,
I started chasing her
like Titus' mosquito.
I watched her buying the fabric
and threads for her Torah ark curtains,
she embroiders Torah ark curtains.
Today, I filled out a soccer form
and I decided, that's it,
I'm drawing the line.
I'm letting her go,
and I'm moving forward. -Good.
Like Binyamin Shvili writes
in his poem:
Nothing stands still in this world,
Everything moves,
For everything is vanity,
And without love,
We would probably go mad.
I'd like to wish the young couple
and all of us...
May their lives be a good ride.
Like the poet says,
they're constantly moving anyway.
We should remember
that the past is something
we see in the side mirror,
it can't run you over,
but if you stop,
it'll hit your bumper.
So don't stop.
Cheers. -Cheers.
-Cheers.
Without love we'll go mad, so...
To love. -To love.
Avri and I are getting married.
What?
-Congratulations.
Congratulations.
-Thank you.
Congratulations.
-Thanks.
We're pregnant.
-Wow!
Congratulations.
-Wow, what great news.
"Let it soon be heard
In the cities of Judea
"And the streets of Jerusalem
"The sound of Joy and gladness
"The voice of a groom and bride..."
I wanted to thank you
for your blessing.
It came from the heart
and went into the heart.
The pleasure is all mine.
I hope this is the start
of better times for you,
God willing.
-God willing.
Say: "I hope you'll be next."
-I hope you'll be next.
May God Almighty send you
your soul mate.
Amen.
-Amen.
We have a minyan. It's time
foiythe Sheva Brachot. -Great.
Careful.
-Thank you.
Guys, don't leave empty-handed,
there's plenty of leftovers.
And plenty of garbage
to be thrown out.
No, no, no... not you.
Put it down.
Didn't you take challah bread
from the wedding?
I have lots of single girlfriends
who need good luck.
This is sushi, right?
Yes.
Here, dip it.
It's delicious.
I didn't get a chance to
say Mazel Tov, earlier.
I hope you have a wonderful life.
-Thank you. -Thank you very much.
I hope you'll be next.
Thank you.
Where should I put this?
-Anywhere.
It went well, didn't it?
OK.
We'll be going to Ashdod.
Thank you very much.
-My pleasure.
Good luck with the Torah ark curtain.
And good luck with
the embroiderer too.
What? -I didn't understand
where you got the idea to make
an ark curtain in Mom's memory
Now I do.
You're on to me.
I'm a bastard
-It's OK.
You never know from where
God will send you
your intended.
Do I have the rabbi's confirmation
that I'm not a bastard?
Forget it.
OK...
We'll talk.
We'll talk.
What did you bring?
Ultra-kosher schnitzel and sushi.
I'm happy you told everyone.
I was a little worried,
I thought you'd never tell.
You didn't say a word.
Because I know you,
I didn't want to add extra pressure.
I love you,
you know that?
Yes.
It itches. Hide me.
told you on the way
was malicious.
I wasn't talking about them,
I was talking about me,
the person I used to be.
They're good people.
-Yes.
Especially that guy, Avri.
He seems to be God-fearing.
Yes.