Israel Film FAREWELL PARTY Exposes Euthanasia Issues

FAREWELL PARTY is an Israeli film with English subtitles.  The serious subject matter dealt with openly & intelligently is euthanasia.  As serious subject that fares well as a comedy, drama  philosophical dilemma.  Should assisted suicide be legalized or does this constitute murder?  When does  love, mercy, compassion overrule the law, if at all?   A group of septuagenarians & octogenarians in an assisted living facility are facing the indignities & pain of loved ones with terminal illness & debilitating dementia.  The jocular mood of the movie begins with Zelda, an elderly woman speaking to God on the phone.  Zelda is not delusional.  It is Yehezkel, a fellow resident pretending to be God.  He tells Zelda there are no vacancies in heaven at present ad she should continue living.  Yehezkel is a much loved & revered husband, father, grandfather and friend.  His well meaning intentions lead to his playing "God."  He witnesses the suffering & degradation of his dear friend. Both his friend & his wife implore Yehezkel to assist with a merciful, painless suicide.  After serious contemplation Max agrees despite its illegality in Israel & his wife's strong objections.  Reluctantly, Max becomes the leader of a pack of cronies who are sought after to provide the same service for their loved ones.  Faced with the threat of blackmail, the senior squad perform acts of mercy or murder, depending on your views.  An elderly homosexual couple comprise part of this motley crew.  The film establishes compelling arguments against outlawing & demonizing both homosexuality & euthanasia as being outdated & narrow minded.  FAREWELL PARTY is outrageously funny & tender.  It is a poignant forum for presenting euthanasia dilemmas.