One of Us

September. 10,2017

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Documentary

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Hasidic Judaism

Trailer Synopsis Cast

Penetrating the insular world of New York's Hasidic community, focusing on three individuals driven to break away despite threats of retaliation.

Etty as Herself, an Hasidic member

Chani Getter as Herself, Footsteps counselor (ex-Hasidic)

Ari Hershkowitz as Himself, ex-Hasidic

Luzer Twersky as Himself, ex-Hasidic

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