The Reconstruction
Originally released in 1994. The Reconstruction is a documentary film. directed by Avi Mograbi. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
On December 8, 1983 a fifteen year old Jewish boy from the city of Haifa was kidnapped, murdered and sexually abused after his death. Five Arabs who worked in in the neighborhood’s supermarket were convicted and imprisoned for life and 27 years. The conviction was based only on the defendants’ confessions and reconstructions. Seventeen years after their conviction, the five defendants still claim they are innocent. "The Reconstruction" follows the police investigation and juridical process step by step. The heart of the film is the original videotaped reconstructions of the murder performed by the defendants in which they admit their guilt.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 10, 1994
31 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
HE
Original language
Country
Israel
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Reconstruction about?
On December 8, 1983 a fifteen year old Jewish boy from the city of Haifa was kidnapped, murdered and sexually abused after his death. Five Arabs who worked in in the neighborhood’s supermarket we...
Who directed The Reconstruction?
The Reconstruction was directed by Avi Mograbi.
How long is The Reconstruction?
The Reconstruction has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Reconstruction released?
The Reconstruction was released on October 10, 1994 in theaters.