Simon Konianski

Simon Konianski is great because he's different. He's Jewish, but he constantly irritates his family with anti-Semitic views and a sweatshirt with the inscription Baghdad, which he wears throughout the entire movie. Then, the death of his father interrupts his boring life, and he must embark on a long journey to Ukraine to fulfill his last dream. From that moment on, the movie becomes an absolutely amazing comedy, with references to thousands of global issues surrounding Jews, and it runs perfectly. I especially liked when the comedy traveled through different countries, always giving something interesting to look at. The moment when the film appears in Ukraine is the absolute highlight of the entire movie. Interesting landscape, original human nature, and typical Ukrainian music. I really liked Simon Konianski. It flowed nicely and told the story of an unobtrusively sharp Jewish family that doesn't have an easy life and doesn't make it easier for others with their views. (2012.03.12)