A Stranger Among Us

In this 1992 film directed by Sidney Lumet, a tough New York City detective, played by Melanie Griffith, goes undercover in a Hasidic Jewish community to solve a brutal murder. The movie explores the cultural clash and mutual understanding that develops as she delves deeper into the community’s way of life. The film also stars Eric Thal and John Pankow, adding depth to the intriguing narrative. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it offers a unique glimpse into a rarely depicted world. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.