The Outside World

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Tzippy Goldman, raised with the expectation of a traditional marriage, finds herself at a crossroads as she nears her twenties. Seeking escape, she travels to Jerusalem and reconnects with Baruch, her mother's friend's son, who has transformed from a casual young man into a devoted ultra-Orthodox. Their whirlwind engagement challenges them to navigate the complexities of desire, tradition, and individuality. With humor and compassion, the narrative explores the intricacies of faith and love within a modern, insular community.