Tango Shalom is based on a very interesting premise and contains several cute characters. Should a religious man breach the beliefs of his faith to keep a school open and help his brother out? Yes in theory, no morally speaking. To make sure he makes the right decision, the man visits leaders of different faiths and gets the same answer six ways. In the end he has a plan to do both. Fun.

If you look Massimo Zeri up on IMDB you will see he worked with Fellini, Mazursky, and Merchant Ivory! His lighting of the different houses of worship in Tango Shalom highlighted such diverse iconography, showing off how each culture is a world unto its own! The elements of wood, single-source lighting, and rich, old-world traditions in the synagogue, to the vibrant colors in the Sikh temple, to the gold patina in the mosque, to the kaleidoscopic light in the stain-glassed church, Mr. Zeri took us on a cinematic odyssey! A a blazing display of bravura!

Bravissimo!

I screened this film by chance and what a pleasant surprise. The storyline was very unique, clever and it really explored cultural chords in a humorous but visceral fashion. Actress "Judi Beecher" was fabulous as Raquel Yehuda and "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" film star Lainie Kazan was just stellar. Wonderful cast ensemble and a must see. Loved it!!!!