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This feature documentary, filmed over 21 years, follows Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie’s epic journey as the dynastic heir of 38 generations of Orthodox rabbis including the Chief Rabbis of Israel. He is torn between rejecting and embracing his destiny and becomes a drag-queen rebel, a queer bio-dad and the founder of Lab/Shul—an everybody-friendly, God-optional, artist-driven, pop-up experimental congregation. Read More
In this poignant drama, a young woman’s life is shattered by her beloved younger brother’s tragic death. Consumed by grief, Eden takes increasingly desperate measures to fill the void left by her brother’s absence. Her journey takes a passionate and dangerous turn when she discovers her brother had a secret girlfriend. Read More
Eritrean refugee Aumari is slated for deportation from Israel on a technicality. After ducking immigration authorities at the airport, he becomes the unlikely and very perplexed recipient of a hero’s welcome. He is mistaken for an eagerly anticipated Nigerian soccer player who is supposed to arrive at the same time, Though lacking a fundamental knowledge of the sport, he finds himself the face of the franchise. Read More
In this poignant drama, a young woman’s life is shattered by her beloved younger brother’s tragic death. Consumed by grief, Eden takes increasingly desperate measures to fill the void left by her brother’s absence. Her journey takes a passionate and dangerous turn when she discovers her brother had a secret girlfriend. Read More
Eritrean refugee Aumari is slated for deportation from Israel on a technicality. After ducking immigration authorities at the airport, he becomes the unlikely and very perplexed recipient of a hero’s welcome. He is mistaken for an eagerly anticipated Nigerian soccer player who is supposed to arrive at the same time, Though lacking a fundamental knowledge of the sport, he finds himself the face of the franchise. Read More
A poignant portrait of Danny Layani, who, after 25 years of total blindness, regains his sight and sees his wife and four children for the very first time. However, the newfound light in Danny’s life begins to dim. Through intimate family archives and meticulous animated paintings, Danny shares his captivating story of resilience, self-discovery, and the profound power of perspective. Read More
Desperate to support her baby, single mother and offbeat musician Tala takes a job at the Milky Way, producing breast milk sold to new mothers who cannot or do not produce their own. In this dystopian dark comedy, Tala juggles motherhood and employment, while sneaking a glimpse into the wealthy lives of those who buy her breast milk. Read More
For the first time, the Jewish Film Festival will show one of its films at the Speed Art Museum – a move that Festival Director Marsha Bornstein hopes will expand the audience for the annual program. The festival will screen … Read More
The J’s annual Jewish Film Festival is right around the corner, and the hard-working Festival Committee, chaired by Keiley Caster, has put together a stellar lineup of films and events that will run from Saturday, February 4, through Sunday, February … Read More
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