To Dust

In this darkly comedic drama, a Hasidic cantor named Shmuel, played by Géza Röhrig, grapples with the untimely death of his wife and becomes obsessed with understanding the physical process of her body’s decay. His quest for answers leads him to form an unlikely partnership with a community college biology professor, portrayed by Matthew Broderick. Together, they embark on a journey filled with both scientific inquiry and existential exploration. The film, directed by Shawn Snyder, offers a unique blend of humor and poignancy as it delves into themes of grief and faith. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.