The last feast in Shushan

The Last Feast in Shushan brings Purim to the screen like never before—a story that’s been told in scrolls and shields but rarely, if ever, in film. The story isn’t a dusty history lesson; it’s a wild ride through ancient Persia, where Esther, Mordechai, and a Jewish community on the brink pull off the ultimate upset against Haman’s plot and a feast that turns everything upside down.

The film dives into the heart of it: Esther stepping up to face King Ahasuerus. Mordechai rallies his people while dodging Haman’s spies. Haman, smug and ruthless, planning a genocide over wine—until it all crashes down. Pulled from the Megillah and Jewish tradition, it’s got the tension of a thriller—palace schemes, hidden identities, and that nail-biting moment when Esther risks everything.

You’ll see Esther wrestle with fear before finding her voice, Mordechai holds steady when hope’s thin, and regular Jews—like you’d meet at a Purim party—pitch in with grit and faith. It’s not just about survival; it’s about turning the tables with a little help from some well-timed feasts and a lot of guts.

Shot with vivid animation, it’s Shushan in full color—bazaars buzzing, palace halls gleaming, and Haman’s gallows looming. The soundtrack, mixed by JEWISH MAN, blends klezmer vibes with original tunes—festive but with an edge. It’s in Hebrew with English subtitles, keeping it close to the source.

Today’s Spin
Purim’s not stuck in Persia. It pops up nowadays—people or problems trying to knock you down. The Last Feast in Shushan says: throw your feast. Make noise, grab your crew, and turn it around. It’s not just a win back then—yours, every time you laugh in the face of a tough spot.