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
Jewish Chronicle
Why Natalie Portman’s first TV drama left me bored senseless
31 Jul 2024
"Lady in the Lake," a new Apple TV series, follows Natalie Portman's character, Maddie Schwartz, who leaves her husband and son in 1960s Baltimore, embarking...
31 Jul 2024
JTA
A Manhattan synagogue played an unlikely role in the genesis of ‘Job,’ a new Broadway play
30 Jul 2024
Peter Friedman, a seasoned Jewish actor, takes on the role of Lloyd, a therapist with a potentially dark side, in the Broadway play "Job." The play, not rela...
30 Jul 2024
The Beinart Notebook
Laila Al-Arian on “The Night Won’t End”
25 Jul 2024
Laila Al-Arian, an investigative journalist and executive producer of Fault Lines at Al Jazeera English, directed a powerful documentary called "The Night Wo...
25 Jul 2024
Forward
Little is revealed in new teaser for upcoming Bob Dylan biopic
25 Jul 2024
The teaser for the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown" directed by James Mangold and starring Timothe Chalamet focuses on Dylan's early years from...
25 Jul 2024
Forward
Babylon Berlin is famous for its attention to detail — did it get its Jewish story right?
25 Jul 2024
In Season 4 of Babylon Berlin, the series introduces a Jewish subplot, featuring Abe Gold (formerly Avrum Goldstein) and his Orthodox Jewish family in Berlin...
25 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
First trailer for Bob Dylan biopic starring Timothée Chalamet released
24 Jul 2024
"A Complete Unknown," a new biopic on Bob Dylan starring Timothe Chalamet, explores the folk singer's transition to using electric instruments in his music. ...
24 Jul 2024
Kveller
‘Hapless’ May Be One of the Most Irreverent Jewish Shows You’ll Ever Watch
24 Jul 2024
"Hapless" is a irreverent Jewish comedy show that follows journalist Paul Green as he navigates Jewish life with his family and friends, tackling taboo subje...
24 Jul 2024
Kveller
Your Guide to Apple TV+’s ‘Lady in the Lake’ Episodes
23 Jul 2024
"Lady in the Lake", a new Apple TV+ series starring Natalie Portman and Moses Ingram, follows Maddie Schwartz, a housewife turned journalist, investigating C...
23 Jul 2024
Moment
Treva Silverman, Joke Whisperer
22 Jul 2024
Treva Silverman, a trailblazing writer who played a major role in reshaping television comedy, particularly during the era of rising divorce rates in America...
22 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Is When Harry Met Sally the perfect non-Jewish Jewish film?
22 Jul 2024
"When Harry Met Sally" is celebrated for its enduring appeal as a classic romcom and a quintessential New York movie with its witty and observant humor. The ...
22 Jul 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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RNC, Days 4...and 5?
19 Jul 2024
The episode features a detailed critique of Donald Trump's extended speech at the RNC, highlighting how the early part of the speech could have been historic...
19 Jul 2024
Forward
When Bob Newhart was my rabbi — and I was his
19 Jul 2024
Rabbi Bob Alper reflects on how legendary comedian Bob Newhart became his role model, influencing his own journey into comedy as a rabbi-turned-stand-up comi...
19 Jul 2024
Kveller
The First Trailer for Kate Winslet and Andy Samberg’s Holocaust Movie ‘Lee’ Is Here
18 Jul 2024
The upcoming biopic "Lee" focuses on the life of American photographer Lee Miller during World War II and post-WWII, highlighting her powerful and groundbrea...
18 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
TV review: Those About to Die: ‘an overblown mess of hammy dialogue and bloody fights’
18 Jul 2024
Amazon Prime's new Roman epic, "Those About to Die," portrays a world of violent races and fights akin to ancient Rome. The show's premiere episode features ...
18 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Film review: Twisters, ‘A spectacle but as memorable as a breeze’
18 Jul 2024
Film critic John Nathan reviews the movie "Twisters," noting its spectacle of storm chasing reminiscent of the 1996 film "Twister." The plot follows meteorol...
18 Jul 2024
Forward
That time Bob Dylan played Elijah the prophet in an underrated western — and did a better job than you might think
18 Jul 2024
A new four-DVD box set of Sam Peckinpah's underrated film "Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid" highlights Bob Dylan's minor role as Alias, showcasing his signific...
18 Jul 2024
Forward
This horror movie stars a Jewish grandma from Brooklyn. A sweet little old lady she’s not
18 Jul 2024
Rebecca Cielinski, after being sidelined by a foot injury, decided to create a horror movie featuring her grandmother, Iris Wachs, portraying her in a dark a...
18 Jul 2024
JTA
Jewish Emmy nominees include Larry David and ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ in a last hurrah
17 Jul 2024
The final season of Larry David's long-running HBO sitcom "Curb Your Enthusiasm" received four Emmy nominations, including best comedy and best actor for Dav...
17 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Review: The Commandants’s Shadow, The dark legacy of Höss is a real zone of interest
17 Jul 2024
"The Commandant's Shadow" is a documentary by Daniela Völker that follows Hans Jürgen Höss, the son of Rudolf Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz, as he grappl...
17 Jul 2024
The Beinart Notebook
Laila Al-Arian on “The Night Won’t End”
17 Jul 2024
Laila Al-Arian, an investigative journalist and executive producer of the Emmy and Peabody award-winning show Fault Lines on Al Jazeera English, will be the ...
17 Jul 2024
Moment
Live From Tamiment
17 Jul 2024
Tamiment, a summer resort in Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains, was not just a vacation spot but a talent incubator for aspiring entertainers, writers, and pro...
17 Jul 2024
Moment
Book Review | Love and Fear Drove a Dogged TV Pioneer
17 Jul 2024
Barbara Walters, a trailblazing figure in TV news broadcasting, broke through the industry's glass ceiling without actively participating in the feminist mov...
17 Jul 2024
Moment
Book Review | Love and Fear Drove a Dogged TV Pioneer
17 Jul 2024
Barbara Walters, a trailblazing TV broadcaster, faced personal challenges driven by her family background, including financial instability linked to her fath...
17 Jul 2024
Kveller
When Richard Simmons Sang Barbra Streisand on SNL
16 Jul 2024
Richard Simmons, the beloved fitness guru who recently passed away, was known for his colorful personality, passion for fitness, and kindness towards others....
16 Jul 2024
Forward
Did Marvel's 'Captain America: Brave New World' really make an Israeli superhero Russian?
16 Jul 2024
Marvel's 'Captain America: Brave New World' has sparked controversy by potentially altering the Israeli superhero Sabra's backstory to remove ties to Israel....
16 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Meet ancient Rome’s real life Jewish princess: Berenice, star of new TV series Those About to Die
16 Jul 2024
The TV series "Those About to Die" highlights the captivating story of Berenice, an ancient Jewish princess who navigated complex relationships and tumultuou...
16 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
We need our Israeli hero: what is Marvel’s end game?
16 Jul 2024
A short film highlighting the need for Jews to hide their identities due to rising antisemitism went viral, raising questions about erasure. Marvel's decisio...
16 Jul 2024
Forward
Former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Anna Redman apologizes for ‘flippant’ post about what she planned to wear to Auschwitz
15 Jul 2024
Anna Redman, a former contestant on The Bachelor and social media influencer, issued an apology after facing backlash for sharing a flippant Instagram story ...
15 Jul 2024
JTA
Former ‘Bachelor’ contestant Anna Redman apologizes for ‘flippant’ post about her Auschwitz visit attire
15 Jul 2024
Former Bachelor contestant Anna Redman issued an apology after facing backlash for posting a flippant Instagram story detailing her outfit plans for a visit ...
15 Jul 2024
Jewish Review of Books
Portrait of an Artist “Like Buttah”
15 Jul 2024
Barbra Streisand's memoir "My Name Is Barbra" delves into her lifelong pursuit of creative control, showcasing her dominance over albums, films, and concerts...
15 Jul 2024
Jewish Review of Books
An Inch Deep and a Mile Wide, or Vice Versa
15 Jul 2024
"Curb Your Enthusiasm," created by Larry David, concluded its 12-season run, prompting reflection on its impact on Jewish comedy. Contrasting with "Seinfeld,...
15 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Marvel’s cowardly decision to erase the Israeli background of Sabra won’t solve anything
15 Jul 2024
Marvel has made a controversial decision to erase the Israeli background of the character Sabra, originally a Jewish and Israeli superhero appearing in Marve...
15 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Legacy of a monster: the real-life story behind The Zone of Interest
12 Jul 2024
"The Commandant's Shadow" is a documentary film by Daniela Völker that delves into the real-life story of Hans Jürgen Höss, the son of the commandant of Ausc...
12 Jul 2024
Kveller
A Trailer for Shira Haas’s New Israeli TV Show ‘Night Therapy’ Is Here
11 Jul 2024
"Night Therapy," the new Israeli TV show starring Shira Haas, has garnered early accolades and attention. The series follows Luai Louie Mansour, played by Yo...
11 Jul 2024
Forward
VIDEO: Moving film about young Yiddish scholars now on YouTube
11 Jul 2024
French director Nurith Aviv's documentary "The Secrets of Yiddish Poetry," available on YouTube, showcases the passion of seven young Yiddish scholars, both ...
11 Jul 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Top 3 Quirky Closes You Never Expected
11 Jul 2024
The video showcases unexpected and quirky endings to episodes of State of a Nation featuring Montana Tucker, Daniel Ryan Spaulding, and Ambassador Michael Oren.
11 Jul 2024
Kveller
Former Disney Star Raviv Ullman Is a Jewish Dad!
10 Jul 2024
Actor and former Disney star Raviv Ullman, also known as Ricky Ullman, has recently become a Jewish father with his wife, Julia Pott, who is an animator and ...
10 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
TV review: A Family Affair ‘A silly film that offers excellent escapism’
10 Jul 2024
"A Family Affair" is a light-hearted rom-com available on Netflix that follows the story of a young assistant, Zara, to a famous actor, Chris, played by Jewi...
10 Jul 2024
Culturally Jewish
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'I could not stop crying': Holocaust survivor Maxwell Smart on his life story being made into a movie
9 Jul 2024
Maxwell Smart, a Holocaust survivor who spent 18 months hiding in the woods after being separated from his family, discusses his life story and its adaptatio...
9 Jul 2024
Culturally Jewish
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'I could not stop crying': Holocaust survivor Maxwell Smart on his life story being made into a movie
9 Jul 2024
Maxwell Smart, a prominent Holocaust survivor, discusses his harrowing story of escape and survival as depicted in the new film "The Boy in the Woods," empha...
9 Jul 2024
Hadassah
Taffy Brodesser-Akner’s ‘Long Island Compromise’
9 Jul 2024
In "Long Island Compromise" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, the story focuses on the Fletcher family, a wealthy Jewish American family in a fictional Long Island s...
9 Jul 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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What's He Got?
9 Jul 2024
The episode delves into questions surrounding President Biden's health with implications of a Parkinson's doctor visiting the White House, raising suspicions...
9 Jul 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
JEWISH INFLUENCER CONFERENCE VLOG - Pack with Me!
5 Jul 2024
This video is a vlog where a Jewish influencer shares the process of packing for a Jewish influencer conference.
5 Jul 2024
Moment
Jewish Word | Verklempt: The Yiddish Word that Wasn’t
4 Jul 2024
Verklempt, a term popularized by Mike Myers on Saturday Night Live's Coffee Talk sketch, is often associated with being emotionally moved or choked up, thoug...
4 Jul 2024
Kveller
All the Jewish Shows Coming this July
3 Jul 2024
In July, Jewish TV offerings include "Lady in the Lake," a 60s thriller on Apple TV+ starring Natalie Portman and directed by Israeli filmmaker Alma Harel. O...
3 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
TV review: We were the Lucky Ones: Good series, shame about the lighting
3 Jul 2024
"We Were the Lucky Ones" is a TV series set in Radom, Poland in 1937, depicting a Jewish family gathering for Pesach before the outbreak of war. Based on Geo...
3 Jul 2024
Kveller
In My Interfaith Marriage, I’m Raising My Daughter With Jewish Humor
2 Jul 2024
An interfaith couple navigates raising their young daughter with a blend of Jewish and Christian traditions, particularly focusing on the influence of humor ...
2 Jul 2024
Hadassah
October 7 Doc Bears Witness to Hamas Sexual Violence
1 Jul 2024
Anat Stalinsky, an Israeli television director, created the documentary "Screams Before Silence" to shed light on the sexual violence perpetrated by Hamas du...
1 Jul 2024
Kveller
The Jewish Books We’re Reading This Summer
28 Jun 2024
This summer, several Jewish-themed books are being recommended for reading. Titles include "Behind Every Good Man" by Sara Goodman Confino, a novel set in th...
28 Jun 2024