Ep 5. Chapter 5: Shabbat Shalom
- TV-MA
- September 2, 2019
- 60 min
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7.9 (124)
In season 1 episode 5 of Our Boys, titled "Chapter 5: Shabbat Shalom," tensions continue to mount between Palestinians and Jews as news of the murder investigation spreads. While the soldiers search for the culprits, a strict curfew is imposed on the Arab population in East Jerusalem. Meanwhile, Simon and Michal struggle with their grief over their son's death, and Yoav attempts to navigate his complicated relationship with Leah.
As Shabbat approaches, tensions reach a boiling point as protesters gather outside the Shabtai family's home, demanding justice for the murdered boys. In an attempt to calm the situation, Rabbi Marshak invites Palestinian leaders to a Shabbat dinner, but the evening takes an unexpected turn when the guests begin to argue over the best way to achieve peace in the region.
As the night wears on, the group debates the merits of dialogue versus violence, and tensions escalate when one guest accuses another of being a collaborator. Despite the heated exchange, Rabbi Marshak insists that they continue the conversation, urging them to find common ground and work towards a peaceful solution.
Meanwhile, Avishai and Yinon struggle to come to terms with their role in the investigation and the mounting pressure to solve the case. As they continue to question suspects, the truth begins to emerge, and the detectives realize that the case is far more complex than they originally thought. With tensions at an all-time high, the detectives race against time to piece together the events that led to the murder and bring the perpetrators to justice.
As the episode comes to a close, the tensions between Palestinians and Jews show no signs of abating, and the characters must confront the harsh realities of life in a divided society. "Chapter 5: Shabbat Shalom" is a timely and thought-provoking episode that explores the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and raises important questions about the role of dialogue, violence, and justice in achieving peace in the region.
