The Eternal Flame

Name: The Eternal Flame
Director: Ranni Midyan
Released: 2021

Ranni Midyan 2021

Imagine life without the fear of growing old. The Physical Immortality Group gained popularity in Tel Aviv in the late 1980s as the Israeli branch of The Eternal Flame, an American group believing in eternal life. Outsiders scoffed, but members were steadfast, determined to live together forever. The group’s international success faltered when its polyamorous throuple leaders broke up. The film, directed by former member Ranni Midyan, revisits this heartwarming story. Years after leaving, Midyan explores the group’s revival and its continued activity today.

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Running Time:

96 min.

Spoken Languages:

English, Hebrew

Subtitles:

English

Directors:

Ranni Midyan

Producers:

Erez Laufer

Cinematographers:

Daniel Kedem

Editors:

Yaron Livnay

Production Companies:

Erez Laufer Films

Cinema

Personal Story

Religion and Spiritual..

Society

Festival Participation

DocAviv Film Festival - 2021
Nominee Panorama
Miami Jewish Film Festival - 2022

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