2016 Festival
AKA Nadia
Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 at 9:00 PM
“Can a person reinvent herself without dealing with consequences from her past?”
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Baba Joon
Saturday, November 12th, 2016 at 9:00 PM
A family experiences turmoil when a 13-year-old son refuses to learn how to take over the family farm. Rated PG
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Blush
Wednesday, November 9th, 2016 at 9:15 PM
A heartfelt coming-of-age story, a wonderful love letter to an ephemeral stage of life as well as a snapshot of a family struggling to stay together amidst a rapidly changing environment.
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Bogdan’s Journey
Friday, November 11th, 2016 at 1:15 PM
Filmed in Poland, Israel and the United States for almost a decade. Its two directors, a Polish Catholic and a Jewish American, combine to tell a unique story about one man and how he redeems 70 years of bitter, contested memories; by telling the truth with love. Rated PG
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Claire Klein Osipov – A Life Sung Yiddishly
Thursday, November 10th, 2016 at 4:00 PM
An intimate autobiographical portrait of the life of local Soprano, Claire Klein Osipov. Special Guests: Claire Klein Osipov and Director Haya Newman
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Every Face Has a Name
Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at 1:30 PM
In the fascinating Swedish documentary, Helmer Magnus Gertten tracks down and interviews survivors from German concentration camps seen in a 35mm archival film reel showing their arrival at the harbor of Malmo, Sweden, on April 28, 1945.
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Fanny’s Journey
Friday, November 11th, 2016 at 11:00 AM
Inspired by an autobiographical book by Fanny Ben-Ami. Rated PG
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Fire Birds
Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 at 1:00 PM
A down-on-his-luck Israeli detective must unlock the secrets of a circle of spry Holocaust survivors to solve a vexing crime.
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How to Win Enemies
Monday, November 7th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
Have you ever been on a date that just felt too good to be true?
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Hummus! The Movie
Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at 11:30 AM
“Hummus…it’s not normal, it’s not something ordinary…it’s magic.”
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In Search of Israeli Cuisine
Thursday, November 3rd, 2016 at 7:00 PM
Relishing in the mosaic of Israel’s demographics and interviewing chefs from various cultures and backgrounds. OPENING FILM & RECEPTION
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Midnight Orchestra
Wednesday, November 9th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
A young man’s life is transformed following his father’s funeral when he meets his father’s band mates.
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Moos
Thursday, November 10th, 2016 at 7:00 PM
The return of a childhood friend inspires a woman to pursue her dream of becoming a singer – even if it involves bending reality here and there.HOSTED RECEPTION following FILM
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Mr. Gaga
Sunday, November 13th, 2016 at 7:30 PM
A feast for the senses, celebrating an artist whose exuberant dances capture the thrills and burdens of having a body. ~Will Di Novi. Rated PG
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My Home
Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
What do many Muslims, Christians, Bedouin, and Druze living in Israel have in common? Special Guest: Producer and Director Igal Hecht
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On the Map
Saturday, November 12th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
Incredible true story about how the Tel Aviv team no one thought could win toppled the four-time defending European Champions and put Israel firmly on the map. Rated PG
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One Rock Three Religions
Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at 3:30 PM
Explores humanity’s
connection to one of the world’s most revered and disputed places, Jerusalem’s Haram Al Sharif or The Temple Mount. Special Guest: Producer Valentina Castellani-Quinn
Presenting Princess Shaw
Saturday, November 5th, 2016 at 9:00 PM
A rousing documentary crowd-pleaser about a star-crossed singer-songwriter and her crafty secret admirer. Performance with Special Guest: Samantha Montgomery A.K.A Princess Shaw
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Song of the Lodz Ghetto
Thursday, November 10th, 2016 at 1:00 PM
Made up equally of chilling narrative, evocative music, and unforgettable photographs, this is the first major film to feature extensive interviews with survivors of the Holocaust from Lodz. Special Guest: Director David Kaufman
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The Fantastic Five: An Amazing Short Film Collection
Friday, November 4th, 2016 at 1:00 PM
You don’t want to miss the great collection of short films!
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The Kind Words
Monday, November 7th, 2016 at 1:00 PM
Follows three siblings who are going to discover the greatest secret of their late mother. This trip is going to change their lives.
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The Last Laugh
Saturday, November 5th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
About humor and the Holocaust, examining whether it is ever acceptable to use humor in connection with a tragedy of that scale, and the implications for other seemingly off-limits topics in a society that prizes free speech.
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The Tenth Man
Monday, November 7th, 2016 at 9:00 PM
A wryly amusing peek into Buenos Aires’ bustling Jewish quarter.
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The Women’s Balcony
Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
The Women’s Balcony is an excellent commentary on how a happy and healthy community can be upset by an unexpected series of events.
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Wedding Doll
Wednesday, November 9th, 2016 at 1:00 PM
Sterling performances highlight the sensitive and heartbreaking story of a mentally disabled but strong-willed young Israeli woman who struggles for independence.
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Who’s Gonna Love Me Now?
Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at 9:15 PM
This film provides a sensitive, humorous and charming record of how the now forty-year-old protagonist and his estranged parents and siblings set off to confront their disagreements and fears.
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