October 25, 2025, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Israel’s most popular comedy of recent years does not focus on the peculiar or the exotic, but rather the most mundane of settings — the Israeli supermarket. With a diverse cast of characters, Checkout satirizes both the differences and common ground Israelis share with each — resulting in a lot of laughs and chutzpah to go around. Over its 3 seasons, Checkout became the most viewed show on Israel’s Public Broadcasting Channel and earned several TV awards in the process including this year’s best Comedy Series Award.
Headed by the overly eager general manager, Shira and her Israeli-Arab assistant Ramzi – for whom no job is too small – the store’s staff is always looking to cut corners while eccentric customers look for more than just to complete their weekly shopping. As Checkout follows the staff and customers of fictitious supermarket chain “Isaschar Bounty,” each character’s unique identity and humor adds up to a fascinating, if hilarious, mosaic of Israeli society.
We will watch two episodes of Checkout at 7:00 p.m. in the TBE Library, followed by a discussion. RSVP to Bob Krovetz. Click here to join the film group mailing list.
