The Loners (2009 film)

The Loners is a 2009 Israeli crime drama film directed by Renen Schorr. The film follows two young Russian immigrants in Israel during the early 1990s. Alex and Grisha, feeling alienated and struggling to integrate into Israeli society, become involved in criminal activities as a means of survival and belonging. The film explores themes of immigration, assimilation, identity, and the challenges faced by new arrivals in a foreign land. It depicts the allure and dangers of the criminal underworld, and the choices young people make when confronted with limited opportunities. The Loners provides a gritty and realistic portrayal of the struggles of Russian immigrants in Israel during a turbulent period.