Eyes Wide Open (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2009, Eyes Wide Open is a drama and romance film directed by Haim Tabakman, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. A beautifully affecting love story that has rightly earned comparisons to Brokeback Mountain, Haim Tabakman's potent yet impeccably restrained tale has won awards and accolades at film festivals the world over. Aaron, a pillar in Jerusalem's Orthodox community is respected by friends and family. However, when he hires handsome runaway student Ezri to assist with his business, sexual tensions bristle and the pair cautiously embark on a love affair. Meanwhile, a neighbouring shopkeeper persists in seeing a man of her own choosing, even though she's been promised by her father to another. As forbidden truths come to the fore, these lovers are forced to either confront or relent in the face of a centuries-old religious community, with startling results.

Who’s in it. Eyes Wide Open stars Zohar Shtrauss as Aaron Fleischman, Ran Danker as Ezri, Tinkerbell as Rivka Fleischman and Tzahi Grad as Rabbi Vaisben, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Eyes Wide Open has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eyes Wide Open page.

If you liked it. Fans of Eyes Wide Open tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Eyes Wide Open (2009)?
In US, Eyes Wide Open is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Eyes Wide Open worth watching?
Eyes Wide Open holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Eyes Wide Open?
Eyes Wide Open stars Zohar Shtrauss, Ran Danker, Tinkerbell, Tzahi Grad and Isaac Sharry.
When was Eyes Wide Open released?
Eyes Wide Open was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.