Summer Vacation

it is the only thing who remains after the end of this short film. a ball of emotions. or a state. because the first verdict about it is - a real good film. but it is only a cover for the fascination about a so simple story and its emotional impact. a family. and a stranger. the past. and the truth about a relation who, for too many reasons, must remain secret. and the admirable end. three people on the beach. the silence. the music . and the looks. a film who escapes of a precise genre. and who is real impressive.

I recently had the opportunity to see the Israeli film 'Summer Vacation' as part of the 'International Male' short film program at OUTFEST Film Festivl here in Los Angeles... A sold out audience was swept up and taken by it from the start and held it's collective breath through to it's finish. It left us wanting more. More of the story then and on into the future of these sexy, complicated characters... We absolutely loved this film. Beautifully shot at a gorgeous sea side resort made you long for a beach get away. It is smart & sexy with an awesome, beautiful, handsome cast. Really want to see it again. Amazing story told perfectly.

This Israeli short film is about a family who goes on a beach holiday, and by chance the husband encounters an old friend.

"Summer Vacation" wastes no time in getting the story going. In the first minute we already see a life threatening incident, and the husband is unexpectedly and surprisingly saved by an old friend he has not met in years. The dynamics between the husband and wife, and between the husband and friend is palpably strong. It takes a bit of brain work before the truth is finally revealed.

The plot is very engaging, it captivated me throughout. It even made me grasp my seat towards the end, hoping my feared scenario does not happen. This is a well made short, and I hope people will have the chance to see it.