Jewish Chronicle
Shifters review: ‘friends without benefits’
27 Aug 2024
"Shifters" is a notable entry in British theatre, being only the third work by a black British playwright on the West End. Written by Benedict Lombe, the pla...
27 Aug 2024
Kveller
TLC’s ‘Forbidden Love’ Offers a Surprisingly Real Depiction of Orthodox Jewish Conversion
27 Aug 2024
TLC's show "Forbidden Love" provides a nuanced look at interfaith relationships, including an authentic depiction of conversion to Orthodox Judaism. Among th...
27 Aug 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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BREAKING NEWS: Kamala Likes Doritos
27 Aug 2024
The episode critiques the media's coverage of Kamala Harris's campaign strategy of minimal direct engagement and suggests it may backfire as Trump capitalize...
27 Aug 2024
Hadassah
‘Lady in the Lake’s Israeli-Born Director
27 Aug 2024
Apple TV+'s "Lady in the Lake," directed by Israeli-born Alma Harel, is a gripping series that intertwines themes of race and gender within the context of 19...
27 Aug 2024
Kveller
Natalie Portman’s ‘Lady in the Lake’ Is an Incredible Story of American Jewish Womanhood
26 Aug 2024
"Lady in the Lake," starring Natalie Portman, is a powerful exploration of American Jewish womanhood through the lens of a 1960s Baltimore murder mystery. Po...
26 Aug 2024
Forward
Is every war movie about Israel and Gaza now?
26 Aug 2024
In light of the Israel-Hamas conflict, audiences are increasingly interpreting war movies and series like 'Dune,' 'The Last of Us,' and 'The Hunger Games' th...
26 Aug 2024
JTA
‘The Day the Clown Cried,’ funnyman Jerry Lewis’ infamously terrible Holocaust movie, is having a new moment. But you still can’t watch it.
26 Aug 2024
Jerry Lewis's unreleased Holocaust movie, "The Day the Clown Cried," continues to fascinate film enthusiasts as a documentary about the film premieres and a ...
26 Aug 2024
Kveller
Robert Smigel and Nathan Silver on the Jewish Magic of ‘Between the Temples’
23 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples" is a new film by Nathan Silver, featuring a unique blend of Jewish culture, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. With a cast including Ca...
23 Aug 2024
Forward
In one of the most specifically Jewish movies ever made, love triumphs over loneliness
23 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples," directed by Nathan Silver, is an evocative, comedic indie film exploring the intersection of Jewish ritual, personal grief, and unconv...
23 Aug 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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DNC, Day Four: So She Spoke Finally
23 Aug 2024
This episode analyzes the Democratic National Convention, focusing on Kamala Harris's role and speech amidst comparisons to the Obama era. The panel critique...
23 Aug 2024
Unorthodox
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Reel Talk with Swell Ariel Or and Robert Smigel
22 Aug 2024
"Reel Talk with Swell Ariel Or and Robert Smigel" discusses two recently released Jewish films - "Between the Temples," a comedy about a cantor directed by N...
22 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Why I’d rather tough it out than take painkillers
21 Aug 2024
The author shares her reluctance to take painkillers following a double mastectomy despite being in pain, influenced by watching a TV show highlighting the d...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The Jewish rom-com that tells you everything you ever wanted to know about platonic love
21 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples" is a Jewish rom-com film that explores themes of platonic love, spirituality, and cultural identity. Directed by Nathan Silver, the sto...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Between the Temples review: ‘excruciating in the best way’
21 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples" is a film set in upstate New York, portraying a Jewish community that is either nostalgically comforting or frustratingly oblivious to ...
21 Aug 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
Unpacking with Me VLOG!
21 Aug 2024
The video is a vlog where the creator unpacks after coming home from vacation.
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Currents
The Hösses’ Colonial Paradise - Jonathan Glazer’s <em>The Zone of Interest</em> disrupts the genre of Holocaust cinema by re-situating the Shoah in history.
21 Aug 2024
Jonathan Glazer's film "The Zone of Interest" disrupts traditional Holocaust cinema by portraying Nazis not as supernatural figures, but as ordinary individu...
21 Aug 2024
Kveller
Please Invite Us to Carol Kane’s Dream Bat Mitzvah
20 Aug 2024
Iconic actress Carol Kane, 72, reminisces about her limited Jewish upbringing and discusses her role as a later-in-life bat mitzvah student in the film "Betw...
20 Aug 2024
Forward
Though cozy with antisemites, this movie star confronted his country's complicity in the Holocaust
20 Aug 2024
Alain Delon, a legendary French actor known for his captivating screen presence, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy marked by controversies and compl...
20 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Miriam Margolyes, Reginald D Hunter and the myth of respectable anti-Zionism
20 Aug 2024
The text discusses the intersection of anti-Zionism and antisemitism through the lens of British personalities Miriam Margolyes and Reginald D Hunter. The au...
20 Aug 2024
JTA
Jason Schwartzman plays a small-town cantor with a spiritual crisis in ‘Between the Temples’
19 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples" is a film that follows Cantor Ben Gottlieb, played by Jason Schwartzman, who works at a Reform synagogue in upstate New York and is str...
19 Aug 2024
Kveller
Jewish Father and Son Duo Eugene and Dan Levy Are Hosting the 2024 Emmys
19 Aug 2024
Eugene Levy and his son Dan Levy, known for their work on the popular show "Schitts Creek," are set to host the 2024 Emmys together. Eugene won his first Emm...
19 Aug 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
NEW JEWISH HOLIDAY CALENDAR RELEASE!
19 Aug 2024
A new Jewish holiday calendar for the upcoming year is showcased in this video, which can be easily downloaded and used digitally to stay organized during im...
19 Aug 2024
JTA
Silvio Santos, Brazilian media mogul and descendant of 15th-century Portuguese Jewish scholar-statesman, dies at 93
19 Aug 2024
Silvio Santos, a prominent Brazilian media mogul and son of Sephardic Jewish immigrants, passed away at the age of 93. Born in Rio de Janeiro, he built a med...
19 Aug 2024
Kveller
‘Love Island Israel’ Is Here
15 Aug 2024
Love Island Israel has made its debut, following the hit reality TV franchise's format where attractive singles on a Greek island strive to find love to avoi...
15 Aug 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
Disney’s *Secret* Resort 🤫
15 Aug 2024
A Jewish mother shares her experience staying at Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina, emphasizing the challenges of scoring a reservation an...
15 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Widow Cliquot review: ‘more prosecco than champagne’
14 Aug 2024
"Widow Cliquot" is a film that depicts the story of Barbe Nicole Cliquot, who fought against champagne chauvinism in a male-dominated industry after her husb...
14 Aug 2024
Kveller
A New Sitcom About the ‘Jewish Jordan’ Starring Steph Curry Is Now on Peacock
13 Aug 2024
"Mr. Throwback" is a new sitcom on Peacock starring NBA star Steph Curry and Adam Pally as a character named Danny Grossman, who was once a celebrated Jewish...
13 Aug 2024
Forward
5 films to watch with kids this Tisha B'Av
12 Aug 2024
On Tisha B'Av, a day of mourning the destruction of the two temples in Jerusalem, families typically watch films related to Jewish persecution. For parents s...
12 Aug 2024
Forward
5 films to watch with kids this Tisha B'Av
12 Aug 2024
On Tisha B'Av, a day of mourning for the destruction of the two temples in Jerusalem and other Jewish tragedies, families can watch kid-friendly films to int...
12 Aug 2024
Kveller
‘Saturday Night’ Trailer Puts Jewish SNL Creator Lorne Michaels on Center Stage
12 Aug 2024
The article discusses the upcoming biopic "Saturday Night," focusing on the early days of NBC's Saturday Night Live under the leadership of Jewish creator Lo...
12 Aug 2024
Forward
The ‘Glengarry Glen Ross’ revival has us wondering — where are all the Jewish Shelley Levenes?
8 Aug 2024
The discussion revolves around the casting of the character Shelley Levene in the revival of Glengarry Glen Ross on Broadway, with non-Jewish actors traditio...
8 Aug 2024
Lilith
A Tisha b’Av Warning from the “Other” Israel Film Festival
8 Aug 2024
The Other Israel Film Festival held a combined event with the Israel Film Center Film Festival to showcase Israeli films focusing on inequality in Israel, di...
8 Aug 2024
Living Lchaim
A Must-Watch Story of Brave Survival in the Face of the Nazis
8 Aug 2024
A documentary film titled "Devora's Hope" showcases the courageous survival story of siblings during the Holocaust in Poland.
8 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Harold and the Purple Crayon review: ‘a witless thing’
8 Aug 2024
"Harold and the Purple Crayon" is a movie adaptation of the American children's books where the protagonist draws things that come to life. In this film, Har...
8 Aug 2024
JTA
A film about the destruction of the Second Temple premiered in 2021. Oct. 7 gives it new resonance.
7 Aug 2024
The film "Legend of Destruction" premiered in 2021, focusing on the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70 C.E. It reflects current societal and...
7 Aug 2024
Forward
How the Israel-Gaza War could affect 'The Last Of Us' season 2
7 Aug 2024
The article discusses the potential impact of the Israel-Gaza conflict on the storyline of season 2 of HBO's "The Last Of Us," a post-apocalyptic drama. The ...
7 Aug 2024
Kveller
This New Documentary About Jewish Icon Elizabeth Taylor Is Worth the Watch
7 Aug 2024
"Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes" is a documentary offering intimate insights into the life of the iconic Jewish actress through newly unveiled recordings. ...
7 Aug 2024
Forward
Zealotry is dividing Israel — and a groundbreaking film shows it's not the first time
7 Aug 2024
"Legend of Destruction," a groundbreaking film by Gidi Dar, explores the repercussions of zealotry among Jewish rebels in the first century, culminating in t...
7 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Why our appetite for Tevye the milkman never wanes
7 Aug 2024
"Fiddler on the Roof" remains a timeless and beloved musical, with its latest production at the Regents Park Open Air Theatre showcasing the enduring popular...
7 Aug 2024
JTA
Trump says Ye ‘has a good heart’ in interview with Jewish streaming star Adin Ross
6 Aug 2024
In a recent interview with Jewish streaming star Adin Ross, former President Donald Trump referred to rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, as a "really n...
6 Aug 2024
Forward
Cub Your Enthusiasm: In RFK Jr.’s bear story, a plot worthy of Larry David — or Samson
5 Aug 2024
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently gained attention for an incident involving a baby bear he found in Central Park back in 2014. Kennedy's explanation of the eve...
5 Aug 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
Storytelling gold: How nonprofits can learn from Olympic broadcasts
5 Aug 2024
The text emphasizes the power of storytelling, drawing parallels between the storytelling techniques used in Olympic broadcasts and their relevance to nonpro...
5 Aug 2024
Kveller
All the Jewish TV Coming in August 2024
2 Aug 2024
In August 2024, Jewish TV shows and events continue to provide quality distractions, including ongoing series like Lady in the Lake and the Olympics. New pre...
2 Aug 2024
Jewdicious
The Art of Failure
2 Aug 2024
Ross Kagan Marks, a film director and educator, reflects on his experiences with failure and resilience, emphasizing the importance of learning from setbacks...
2 Aug 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
Ride Safer Travel Vest REVIEW!
1 Aug 2024
A review of the Ride Safer Travel Vest, focusing on its features and practicality for travel use.
1 Aug 2024
Tablet
Terrence Malick From Hell
1 Aug 2024
Harmony Korine's latest film "Aggro Dr1ft" is highlighted for its mesmerizing and experimental color scheme, drawing parallels to various cinematic influence...
1 Aug 2024
Kveller
One of the Best Israeli Shows of 2023 Is Now On Netflix
31 Jul 2024
"A Body That Works," a highly acclaimed Israeli show that debuted in 2023 and is now available on Netflix, explores the intricate dynamics of surrogacy and p...
31 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Deadpool & Wolverine, review: There’s hope for Marvel yet
31 Jul 2024
The latest film featuring Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine offers a glimmer of hope for Marvel as it combines humor and wit amidst a stor...
31 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
‘People just want a laugh. Hopefully, that’s what I give them!’
31 Jul 2024
Ian Stone, a seasoned Jewish stand-up comedian, reflects on his career and personal life filled with challenges and successes. Despite a troubled childhood m...
31 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Edinburgh festival: The Jewish back story to its most controversial play
31 Jul 2024
Joshua Kaplan, a gay American writer, has attracted controversy with his play "Terf" at the Edinburgh Fringe festival. The satire envisions a meeting between...
31 Jul 2024