2025 Jewish Film Series
Elliot Fix, Curator
Week One: June 22 & 25, Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
MIDAS MAN
The story of Brian Epstein, the man who discovered The Beatles, and how he guided their life to success. His radical faith in their talent made The Beatles one of the greatest pop acts the world would ever see.
UK. 2024. English. 112 min, Documentary
Week Two: June 29 & July 2, Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
MATCH MAKING 2
Sequel to 2022 Israeli romantic comedy, Follows Baruch a 28 year old Ashkenazic bachelor in an ultra-Orthodox Yeshiva in Jerusalem. He meets Shira from a Sephardic family. But winning her over proves challenging in the face of community expectations for a match between two different religious cultures.
Israel. 2024. Hebrew with subtitles. 100 min.
Week Three: July 6 & 9. Sunday and Wednesday: 3;30 P.M.
OCTOBER 8th
Directed by Debra Messing. Unpacks how Hamas is celebrated as freedom fighters rather than as brutal terrorists. Explains how its messaging has made its way to college campuses. Exposes the hypocrisy and double standards. Answers the question of what’s at stake.
US. 2024. English. 99 min. Documentary.
Week Four: July 13 & 16. Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
THIS IS MY MOTHER
Pierre is a successful young florist. His life is turned upside down with the sudden appearance of his mother who he has not seen in two years. She has bipolar disorder and has recently escaped from a clinic. Their unexpected reunion is heart-wrenching, transforming mother and son forever. France.
2023. French with subtitles. 105 min. Narrative.
Week Five: July 20 & 23 Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
Hacking Darwin: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Humanity
This thrilling documentary film explores the ideas behind Jamie Metzl’s bestselling book, Hacking Darwin: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Humanity. The film explores essential questions like whether we’ll genetically modify our future offspring, how we might crack the code of biological aging, and the radical future of healthcare.
English. Documentary.
Week Six: July 27 & 30. Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
THE BLOND BOY
FROM THE CASBAH
FROM THE CASBAH
The story of French filmmaker, Antoine Lister, who grew up in war-torn 1960’s Algiers. As an adult, he remembers emotional moments of his youth including with his Jewish family. The young Antoine discovers a profound fascination with cinema.
France. 2024. French with subtitles. 128 min. Narrative.
Week Seven: August 3 & 6: Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
(Tisha B’Av)
(Tisha B’Av)
THE STRONGHHOLD
Israeli soldiers trapped in Sinai on the Suez Canal during the 1973 Yom Kippur War face annihilation. Based on actual events, the soldiers prepare for a final battle. The company’s doctor and young lieutenant come up with an alternative plan that may save them but comes at a heavy price. Featuring outstanding performances from Israeli superstars.
Israel. 2024. Hebrew with subtitles. 113 mins. Historical drama.
Week Eight: August 10 & 13. Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
BLISS
Sassi and Eli are hardworking and burdened by debt. Their love and humor keep them resilient. Their relationship is tested when Omri, Sassi’s grandson, enters their lives. Staring Israel’s well known leading actors.
Israel. 2024. Hebrew with subtitles. 125 mins. Narrative.
Week Nine: August 17 & 20. Sunday and Wednesday: 3:30 P.M.
WELCOME TO YIDDISHLAND
(only on Aug. 17)
(only on Aug. 17)
Yiddishland: Australia. 2024. English. 95 mins. The story of the revival of the Yiddish language. Follows artists from around the world in music, theater, opera and literature.
Documentary.
JANIS IAN (only on Aug. 20)
Janis Ian: US. 2024. English. 111 mins. Documentary. Chronicles the acclaimed American, Jewish song-writer’s epic life. Pathbreaking songs and albums “Society’s Child” and “’Breaking Silence’ brought her to fame.
Documentary
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