A House in Jerusalem (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1998, A House in Jerusalem is a notable film directed by Amos Gitai.
What it’s about. Can a house be a metaphor for Arab-Jewish relations in Israel? Amos Gitai returns to the house in West Jerusalem he profiled in 1980. He interviews members of the Jewish families who live there, and he talks with the Arab family who lived in the house until 1948. They are now in East Jerusalem and pay a nearly furtive visit to the street in front of their old house. Gitai also interviews Palestinian laborers at work on renovations and excavating an old tunnel to the Holy Mount. What do people think of each other, what do they think of Israel, what do they think of co-existence? Do the current residents know the house's history?
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A House in Jerusalem has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A House in Jerusalem page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A House in Jerusalem (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A House in Jerusalem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A House in Jerusalem worth watching?
- A House in Jerusalem holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was A House in Jerusalem released?
- A House in Jerusalem was released in 1998.