Abe
Release date: 2020-06-24
Votes: 65
Genres: Drama, Comedy
A 12-year-old boy from Brooklyn tries to unite his half-Israeli and half-Palestinian family through cooking.
Reviews
SWITCH.
All in all, 'Abe' is still a very sweet exploration of what it means to grow up amongst a culture clash. What it lacks in weight, it makes up for in charm and great looking food. Aimed predominately at a younger audience, there is plenty for them to sink their teeth into and hopefully learn from, but for a more mature viewing experience, there just isn't enough meat to turn this meal into a banquet. - Joel Kalkopf Read Joel's full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-abe-fusing-food-for-peace-and-harmony
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