: After her father's death, Yentl (Streisand) cuts her hair and adopts the name "Anshel" to gain entry into a yeshiva, an all-male religious school. Complications arise when she falls for her study partner, Avigdor (Mandy Patinkin), while his former fiancée, Hadass (Amy Irving), falls for "Anshel".
: Critics generally praised the film's "heart" and Streisand's vocal performance, though some found the 40-year-old star's portrayal of a young "boy" required a significant suspension of disbelief. Where to Watch You can currently find Yentl on various platforms: Yentl YIFY
: Streisand became the first woman to write, produce, direct, and star in a major studio film, earning her a historic Golden Globe for Best Director . Critical & Commercial Performance : After her father's death, Yentl (Streisand) cuts