The Roots of Water (2021)

Two women—one Ashkenazi Jew from Poland and one Sephardic Jew from Algeria—meet in Brussels with the same quest: to find out what their Jewish identity means to them. Their biggest desire is to undergo the water ritual called Mikveh. But they are not welcome in a bath house being neither married nor orthodox. Nonetheless, they try to claim their heritage on a road trip and on their own Judaism.

Director: Sarah Lederman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Roots of Water about?
Two women—one Ashkenazi Jew from Poland and one Sephardic Jew from Algeria—meet in Brussels with the same quest: to find out what their Jewish identity means to them. Their biggest desire is to undergo the water ritual called Mikveh. But they are not welcome in a bath house being neither married nor orthodox. Nonetheless, they try to claim their heritage on a road trip and on their own Judaism.
Who directed The Roots of Water?
The Roots of Water was directed by Sarah Lederman.
How long is The Roots of Water?
The Roots of Water has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
What genre is The Roots of Water?
The Roots of Water is a Documentary film.