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dave s 01/01/2022 Close to Home is an insightful, albeit uneventful, look at military life as lived by teenage girls in Jerusalem. As they fulfil their mandatory service, a group of young women patrol the streets of the city demanding identification from citizens, all while trying to avoid their uncomfortable assignments by wasting time eating lunch, smoking cigarettes and window-shopping. The film focuses on the relationship between a specific pairing and the bond that is formed through the boredom and discomfort of the job. While not much actually happens over the course of the movie, it provides an interesting insight into the day-to-day life on the streets of Israel and the disillusioned soldiers who provide security. See more 07/25/2013 Uneven film can't decide at times if it wants to be a comedy or a drama. See more 03/22/2012 This Movie info is half wrong. Mirit begs for the transfer and Smadar is the rebel that doesnt want to work. Mirit sides with the officer not Smadar. Anyways I think is an ok movie. I watch it to learn Hebrew but is not my favorite Hebrew movie. watch Broken Wings or Lebanon for something deep. See more 05/29/2011 A peek into the daily life of Israel from the point of view of 2 18 year old women serving their compulsory service. Educational... See more 04/08/2011 An earnest glimpse into the relationship between two young Israeli women and their street duties for the IDF. I was instantly won over by our seemingly mismatched leads and appreciated its unhurried approach. See more 03/13/2011 I was hoping for more from this film. I imagine watching this film is much like the lives of these female soldiers....boring with a few very intense moments tossed in. See more Read all reviews

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