Movie Description
The Burial Society
(2002)Overview
In The Burial Society, Sheldon Kasner, an unlikely criminal who works as a bank loan manager, infiltrates the mysterious world of the Chevrah Kadisha (the Jewish society that prepares bodies for burial according to ancient ritual) in order to steal a body and fake his own death after mobsters come after him looking for two million dollars that he is accused of having stolen. Having sought and found refuge within this ancient religious society, Sheldon finds himself captivated by this unusual and powerful world and the three old men who run it.
Featured Crew
Cast
Sheldon Kasner
Marvin Telekunsky
Hy Leibowitz
Harry Epstein
Morry Zimmer
Sam Goldberg
Jake Lightman
Stuart Lightman
Rabbi Fernstein
Lyle Divine - Private Dick
Mrs. Grunbaum
Real Building Manager
News Reporter 1
News Reporter 2
Arab (uncredited)
Extra (uncredited)
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Facts
Original TitleThe Burial Society
Status Released
Release Information
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2002-10-07
Original Language
Runtime 01h 34m
Genres
- Thriller
