‘The Wedding Entertainer' is a comedy that will charm even nonbelievers - review

The Jerusalem Post reviews 'The Wedding Entertainer,' a comedy set in Jerusalem's ultra-Orthodox community, directed by Gidi Dar and starring Shuli Rand as a reformed alcoholic wedding entertainer. The film opened in Israeli theaters on November 12, 2026, and is praised for its humor, emotional core, and appeal to both religious and secular audiences.

The Jerusalem Post reviews 'The Wedding Entertainer' (The Tale of Moishe Badhan), a comedy directed by Gidi Dar and starring Shuli Rand, which opened in Israeli theaters on November 12, 2026. The film is set in Jerusalem's ultra-Orthodox community and follows Moishe, a reformed alcoholic and former wedding entertainer who needs a big gig to fund his daughter's wedding. He competes with a flashy American entertainer played by Elon Gold. The review highlights the film's humor, emotional core, and strong performances, noting it appeals to both religious and secular audiences. It is the latest collaboration between Dar and Rand, who previously worked on 'Ushpizin' and 'Legend of Destruction.' The film won an award at the Jerusalem Film Festival for its score.