Plot Summary
A look at the unlikely community forged in the 200 degree heat of the last traditional steam baths in the U.S. From gamblers to "new age" masseuses, from poets to rabbis, the characters form a sometimes conflicting, yet often compelling voice. The film uses the baths to give a perspective on the evolution of city life, while bringing up issues of ethnicity, nostalgia, sexuality, spirituality and ritual. "When we sit in this intense heat", says one patron, "we're all the same - millionaire and pauper".
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Director & Crew
Jonathan Berman
Director
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Where can I watch The Shvitz online?
The Shvitz (1993) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of The Shvitz?
It has a TMDB rating of 6.2/10 based on 4 votes.
Who directed The Shvitz?
The Shvitz was directed by Jonathan Berman and released in 1993.
How long is The Shvitz?
The Shvitz has a runtime of 0 hours and 46 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1993-10-22
- Status
- Released