Shem

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Shem

2004

1h 33m

Drama

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Daniel (Ash Newman), a bored and arrogant London teen, lacks direction in his life. At his grandmother's (Hadassah Ungar Diamant) request, Daniel embarks on a quest for the grave of a close relative, who disappeared during the pogroms of World War II. During his odyssey, Daniel reconnects with his Jewish heritage.

Tim Grierson

L.A. Weekly

Roboh's moralistic paean to Jewish self-knowledge is so solemnly high-minded that one almost feels bad admitting that the film's only spark comes from its occasional tawdry ludicrousness.

Jun 29, 2006

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Laura Kern

New York Times

Daniel's character transformation, however limited (he ranges from complete to partial arrogant jerk), is far more credible than any of the film's half-baked attempts at morphing into a conspiracy thriller involving his great-grandfather.

Rated: 1.5/5

Jun 1, 2006

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John Anderson

Newsday

Several things are missing in Shem, most apparently a consistent tone of voice.

Rated: 2/4

Jun 1, 2006

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Christopher Campbell

Cinematical

A lot of the film is just downright silly.

Rated: 2.5/5

Sep 17, 2007

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Don Willmott

Filmcritic.com

scenic and interesting in a Rough Guide to Eastern Europe sort of way

Rated: 2/5

Jan 28, 2007

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Ken Fox

TV Guide

Perhaps the most distinctive thing about Caroline Roboh's rambling follow-up to her 1983 debut Clementine Tango is that it features one of the least likable protagonists ever.

Rated: 2/4

May 26, 2006

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Audience Member

Exceptionally bad. Even the hansome main character can't save this horribly directed and acted movie.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Synopsis

Daniel (Ash Newman), a bored and arrogant London teen, lacks direction in his life. At his grandmother's (Hadassah Ungar Diamant) request, Daniel embarks on a quest for the grave of a close relative, who disappeared during the pogroms of World War II. During his odyssey, Daniel reconnects with his Jewish heritage.

Director: Caroline Roboh
Screenwriter: Caroline Roboh
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Rerelease Date (Theaters): May 26, 2006
Release Date (DVD): Nov 7, 2006
Box Office (Gross USA): $11.8K
Runtime: 1h 33m