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Gift from Above (Matana MiShamayim) is a 2003 Israeli drama directed by Dover Kosashvili, focusing on a chaotic diamond heist planned by a community of Georgian immigrants. The film is known for its authentic portrayal of a tight-knit, dysfunctional community, blending dark comedy with extreme, polarizing situations. For more information, visit Gift from Above (2003)
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He sat beside her, keeping distance. "Your father and I served together in the army. Chechnya. '95. He saved my life. Took a piece of shrapnel meant for me. After the war, we stayed close. He never told your mother about me. I was his secret."
User reviews on IMDb capture the film's polarized reception. One negative review condemned it as "cheap, mindless, debasing tripe" and "mindless drivel with disturbing scenes of a very young boy and an older naked woman". However, another user , praising its great comedy, interesting portrayal of Georgian culture, and fantastic actors, while noting that the script "fluctuates from brilliance to embarrassment". The film’s explicit sexual content and nudity also contributed to its notoriety, with one user review mentioning scenes depicting a threesome with full-frontal nudity and voyeuristic moments.
She didn't tell her mother about the money. She put it back, replaced the board, and sat on the kitchen floor until dawn. gift from above -2003- ok.ru
The movie provides a raw, sometimes "cruel" look at the Georgian community in Israel, with dialogue spoken in both Hebrew and Judaeo-Georgian .
Yuval Segal, Rami Heuberger, Moni Moshonov, Lior Ashkenazi, and Ania Bukstein. Languages Spoken: Hebrew and Georgian. Production Countries: Israel and France. Plot Summary: Diamonds and Dysfunctional Families
Part of the film's authenticity comes from its use of the Judaeo-Georgian language, a unique dialect spoken by a small community. Most of the cast had to learn it specifically for the production, adding a distinct layer of realism and cultural significance to their performances. "Dear [Your Name], Gift from Above (Matana MiShamayim)
Have you ever received a gift that touched your heart and made you feel special? I wanted to share a story with you about a remarkable gift that I like to call "A Gift from Above."
Released in 2003, Gift from Above (often stylized without the subtitle on some prints) is a low-budget, independent Christian drama. Unlike the Hollywood blockbusters of its era (think Pirates of the Caribbean or The Lord of the Rings ), this film flew under the radar. It was produced for a niche audience—specifically church groups, family video stores, and faith-based film festivals.
It bridges the gap between traditional "burekas" comedies—a genre focusing on Israeli social developments in the 70s/80s—and modern, character-driven arthouse film. Where to Watch? This link or copies made by others cannot be deleted
In an interview, one of the site's founders, Albert Popkov, mentioned that the gift was likely a bug or an internal test, but he did not provide further details.
One of the film's most unique aspects is its dialogue. The characters frequently switch between Hebrew and the , which most of the cast had to learn specifically for this production.