Silent as a Fish
Muet comme une carpe
Synopsis
From pond to plate, we are shown the journey and destiny of one carp among many. This particular carp will be eaten stuffed during a family meal. Carp stuffed (in the Polish fashion), also called in yiddish (Gefilte Fish) is a traditional dish eaten by Ashkenazi Jews. It is cooked, sweetened and served as a cold dish at the start of the meal. The head is reserved for the head of the family. The film, set in Brussels, on the day of the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah), aims to show the culinary preparation together with the accompanying prayers and ritual. It focuses particularly on the sacrifice of the fish and on the issue of mass extermination.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Boris Lehman
- Screenplay & Story
- Boris Lehman
- Original Title
- Muet comme une carpe
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 36m
- Production Studios
- Wallonie Image Production, ZDF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Boris Lehman
Boris Lehman
Daniel de Valck
Boris Lehman
Department Leadership Roster
Boris Lehman
Producer
Boris Lehman
Director
Daniel de Valck
Editor
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What is Silent as a Fish about?
From pond to plate, we are shown the journey and destiny of one carp among many. This particular carp will be eaten stuffed during a family meal. Carp stuffed (in the Polish fashion), also called in yiddish (Gefilte Fish) is a traditional dish eaten by Ashkenazi Jews. It is cooked, sweetened and served as a cold dish at the start of the meal. The head is reserved for the head of the family. The film, set in Brussels, on the day of the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah), aims to show the culinary preparation together with the accompanying prayers and ritual. It focuses particularly on the sacrifice of the fish and on the issue of mass extermination.
Who directed Silent as a Fish?
Silent as a Fish was directed by Boris Lehman.
Who stars in Silent as a Fish?
The principal cast of Silent as a Fish includes Not specified.
When was Silent as a Fish released and how long is it?
Silent as a Fish was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 36m.