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Hadassah Judy Gold’s Israel Act 3 Apr 2024
Comedian Judy Gold, in a recent interview, reflects on the rise of antisemitism and the importance of defending Israel in the entertainment industry. She cri...
3 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle Mothers’ Instinct review: A study in grief morphs into a thriller 3 Apr 2024
The film "Mother's Instinct" explores the intense grief and psychological turmoil experienced by a mother, Celine (Anne Hathaway), after the tragic death of ...
3 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle Only science fiction explains the UN’s parallel universe 3 Apr 2024
The author reflects on the parallel universes portrayed in science fiction like the series "3 Body Problem" and how it relates to the perception of events in...
3 Apr 2024
JTA ‘Testament: The Story of Moses’ is one of Netflix’s top shows — and it features multiple rabbis 2 Apr 2024
Netflix's new series, Testament: The Story of Moses, has emerged as a popular show, featuring a retelling of the Exodus story with commentary from religious ...
2 Apr 2024
Kveller Michael Douglas Says He Feels ‘More Connected to Judaism Than Ever’ 2 Apr 2024
Actor Michael Douglas expresses a deepening spiritual and religious connection to Judaism, sharing insights on his Jewish heritage, particularly tracing back...
2 Apr 2024
Forward Why is Netflix's No. 1 new show a documentary about Moses? 2 Apr 2024
Netflix's No. 1 show, "Testament: The Story of Moses," a documentary series about Moses, stands out for its atypical focus on religious content in a landscap...
2 Apr 2024
Hadassah ‘Kiss Me Kosher’ Offers Laughter, Romance and Clashing Cultures 2 Apr 2024
"Kiss Me Kosher" is a heartfelt rom-com that delves into themes of love, identity, and cultural clashes. The film follows Shira, a lesbian woman, in a relati...
2 Apr 2024
Forward Zach Zucker wants to be a modern-day court jester 2 Apr 2024
Zach Zucker, performing as his alter ego Jack Tucker, has gained attention for his unique and physically demanding comedic act, with a distinctive lack of sh...
2 Apr 2024
Kveller Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Introduces Us to Brazilian Holocaust Hero Ambassador Souza Dantas 1 Apr 2024
"Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones' features Brazilian Holocaust hero Ambassador Souza Dantas, who saved around 800 people during the war, including 425 Jews, b...
1 Apr 2024
Kveller Fran Drescher’s Tribute to Her Late Father Is So Touching 1 Apr 2024
Actress Fran Drescher recently shared a heartfelt tribute to her late father, Mort Drescher, who passed away at 94.5. She described him as a loving, respecte...
1 Apr 2024
JTA What these Jewish teens say they are not seeing on screen: themselves 1 Apr 2024
Jewish teens voiced concerns about the lack of representation and authentic portrayal of Jewish characters in popular media, outside of Holocaust-based narra...
1 Apr 2024
JTA Jewish comedian Lena Dunham discovers her family’s Holocaust story on PBS’ ‘Finding Your Roots’ 29 Mar 2024
Jewish comedian Lena Dunham recently discovered her family's Holocaust history on the PBS show Finding Your Roots. The episode revealed that her great-great-...
29 Mar 2024
Kveller Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Introduces American Viewers to Israeli Legend Lior Ashkenazi 29 Mar 2024
Lior Ashkenazi, a highly acclaimed Israeli actor, is making a splash with American audiences in the TV series "We Were the Lucky Ones." Known for his versati...
29 Mar 2024
Tablet The Miracle of ‘Ben-Hur,’ Hollywood’s Tastiest Christo-Zionist Epic 29 Mar 2024
"Ben-Hur" is an iconic tale that has transcended various forms of media throughout history, originating in a novel by General Lew Wallace in 1880 and achievi...
29 Mar 2024
Kveller A Guide to the Characters of Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ 28 Mar 2024
"We Were the Lucky Ones" on Hulu features a large ensemble cast with a focus on the Kurc family in 1938 Poland. The patriarch, Sol Kurc, is reluctant to leav...
28 Mar 2024
JTA Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ uncovers a Jewish family’s buried past under the Nazis  27 Mar 2024
"Georgia Hunter's novel 'We Were the Lucky Ones' delves into her own Jewish family's hidden Holocaust history, following their survival across continents dur...
27 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, review: This icy kingdom certainly left me cold 27 Mar 2024
The review of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" criticizes the film for its lack of originality and reliance on nostalgia for the franchise's earlier successes. ...
27 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Opening Night review: Lights, camera, action…and stagefright 27 Mar 2024
"Opening Night" is a daring musical adaptation of John Cassavetes' 1977 film that explores the anxieties of a stage star, Myrtle Gordon, played by Sheridan S...
27 Mar 2024
MomentMag Female, Funny and Fabulous with Felicia Madison, Ellen Sugarman and Jennifer Bardi 27 Mar 2024
Felicia Madison and Ellen Sugarman discuss their journeys as female Jewish comedians starting their careers later in life in a comedic and inspiring conversa...
27 Mar 2024
Kveller Jewish Actress Ashley Tisdale Is Pregnant With Her Second Child 26 Mar 2024
Jewish actress Ashley Tisdale, known for her role in High School Musical, is expecting her second child with her husband, composer Christopher French. Tisdal...
26 Mar 2024
Israel: State of a Nation How Jews Laugh Off and Outlive Their Persecutors | Elon Gold on the Power of Humor - Purim Special! 24 Mar 2024
Elon Gold discusses the Jewish ability to use humor in challenging times while engaging in a humorous and interruptive conversation with Eylon, exploring Isr...
24 Mar 2024
JTA ‘Remembering Gene Wilder’ documentary salutes a Jewish comedy legend 22 Mar 2024
"Remembering Gene Wilder" is a documentary honoring the Jewish comedy legend Gene Wilder, known for his iconic roles in films like "The Producers," "Blazing ...
22 Mar 2024
Kveller A ‘Rugrats’ Purim Special Is Here! 22 Mar 2024
The beloved 90s show Rugrats has been rebooted with a new 3D version that continues to incorporate Jewish families and traditions, similar to its original ep...
22 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Married At First Sight Australia review: Love IS a drug – and I’m hopelessly addicted 22 Mar 2024
"Married At First Sight Australia" has captivated a viewer who initially dismissed it as mere TV crack but soon found themselves addicted to the show's drama...
22 Mar 2024
Kveller The Second Season of ‘Life & Beth’ Is Funnier, Darker and Just As Jewish 21 Mar 2024
The second season of "Life & Beth" deepens its exploration of Jewish themes while balancing humor and darkness, addressing heavy topics such as sexual assaul...
21 Mar 2024
Mishpacha Home Front Ep. 64 (3.21.24) 20 Mar 2024
The final episode of the season of Home Front was covered in episode 64, originally published on Mishpacha Magazine.
20 Mar 2024
Forward Jewish film festival in Canada latest event to be canceled over ‘security concerns’ 20 Mar 2024
The Hamilton Jewish Film Festival in Canada was canceled due to security concerns following complaints and threats related to Israeli films in the lineup, su...
20 Mar 2024
JTA Canadian Jewish federation ‘dismayed’ by theater’s decision to postpone Jewish film festival over security fears 20 Mar 2024
The Playhouse Cinema in Hamilton, Ontario decided to postpone the Hamilton Jewish Film Festival citing security concerns amidst the sensitive backdrop of the...
20 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Florida’s hottest ticket - why you should visit Sarasota 20 Mar 2024
Sarasota, Florida offers a unique blend of culture and beach life, attracting a sizable Jewish community and boasting numerous synagogues and a vibrant cultu...
20 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Review – Drive-Away Dolls: Ethan Coen takes a wrong turn with this gay road caper 20 Mar 2024
"Drive-Away Dolls" is a film directed by Ethan Coen, known for his work on acclaimed movies with his brother Joel. The movie, set in December 1999, follows l...
20 Mar 2024
JTA Amy Sherman-Palladino, Eli Roth among 1,200+ Jewish creatives rejecting Jonathan Glazer’s Oscars speech 20 Mar 2024
Over 1,200 Jewish Hollywood creatives, including Amy Sherman-Palladino and Eli Roth, have signed a statement rejecting director Jonathan Glazer's critical sp...
20 Mar 2024
Forward Will Aaron Taylor-Johnson make James Bond Jewish again? 19 Mar 2024
Aaron Taylor-Johnson is rumored to have been offered the role of James Bond, potentially making the iconic spy character Jewish. This could be a significant ...
19 Mar 2024
Forward Over 450 Jewish Hollywood professionals slam ‘blood libel’ of Jonathan Glazer Oscar speech 19 Mar 2024
Over 450 Jewish Hollywood professionals criticized Jonathan Glazer, director of "The Zone of Interest," for a controversial Oscar speech that seemed to denou...
19 Mar 2024
Kveller ‘Masters of the Air’ Actor Nate Mann Opens Up About His Jewish Heritage 19 Mar 2024
Actor Nate Mann, who portrayed Lt. Robert Rosie Rosenthal in the Apple TV+ show Masters of the Air, discussed his Jewish heritage and the personal connection...
19 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Podcast review: Unholy is ‘The Rest Is politics' for Jews 19 Mar 2024
"Unholy" is a podcast featuring Jonathan Freedland and Yonit Levi discussing Jewish news and issues, described as a Jewish version of "The Rest Is Politics"....
19 Mar 2024
Forward A new William Shatner documentary is more meet-and-greet than film 18 Mar 2024
William Shatner, known for his iconic roles in Star Trek and Boston Legal, has recently become an ambassador for the "overview effect" after his sub-orbital ...
18 Mar 2024
Forward The real Jewish history of Lt. Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal, heroic pilot in Apple TV+’s ‘Masters of the Air’ 16 Mar 2024
Lt. Robert Rosenthal, a heroic pilot in Apple TV+'s Masters of the Air, is depicted as a Jewish soldier experiencing challenges during World War II, includin...
16 Mar 2024
Kveller The ‘Masters of the Air’ Finale Gives Us a Powerful Jewish Scene 15 Mar 2024
The final episode of the Apple TV+ series "Masters of the Air" features a poignant Jewish scene where Lieutenant Colonel Rosie Rosenthal, a Jewish American h...
15 Mar 2024
Hadassah ‘Remembering Gene Wilder’ 15 Mar 2024
"Remembering Gene Wilder" is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary comedic Jewish actor of the 20th century. The documentary showcases Wilder's versatile tale...
15 Mar 2024
JTA ‘Zone of Interest’ producer calls Jonathan Glazer’s Oscars speech a ‘distraction,’ as Auschwitz memorial defends it 15 Mar 2024
A Jewish executive producer of the film "The Zone of Interest" disagreed with director Jonathan Glazer's controversial Oscar speech criticizing Israel, while...
15 Mar 2024
Forward Canceling Ramy Youssef on SNL won’t help Israel 15 Mar 2024
The discussion revolves around the backlash against Ramy Youssef for expressing views on the Israel-Palestine conflict, with calls to cancel his upcoming app...
15 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Fauda’s next series will include October 7 says producer 15 Mar 2024
The next season of "Fauda" will address the impact of real-life events, particularly the October 7 attacks, which have blurred the line between fiction and r...
15 Mar 2024
Kveller Rama Burshtein Is the Queen of Complicated Haredi Love Stories 14 Mar 2024
Rama Burshtein is celebrated as the queen of complex Haredi love stories through her acclaimed works like "Fill the Void," "The Wedding Plan," and now "Fire ...
14 Mar 2024
Tablet The Dune We Deserve 14 Mar 2024
"Cyrus Field Willard created a utopian colony, Brotherhood, influenced by Edward Bellamy's novel. Franklin Patrick Herbert Jr., the author of 'Dune,' learned...
14 Mar 2024
Forward The secret Jewish history of Pi 13 Mar 2024
The concept of Pi, the ratio of a circle's diameter and circumference, has a secret Jewish history intertwined with mathematical and spiritual dimensions. Wh...
13 Mar 2024
Moment B’Ivrit | Haredim, Gaza Coverage, Eurovision 12 Mar 2024
The Israeli media is currently focused on several key topics, including the debate over military service exemptions for members of the ultra-Orthodox communi...
12 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle Famed filmmaker Ethan Coen on why he’s on a lesbian road trip 12 Mar 2024
Famed filmmaker Ethan Coen, known for his collaboration with his brother Joel, strays from their usual works to direct a lesbian road trip comedy called Driv...
12 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle How saxophonist Benny Green’s son is keeping the family’s musical tradition alive 12 Mar 2024
Leo Green, son of musician Benny Green, continues his family's musical legacy by leading the Leo Green Orchestra, set to perform in a monthly orchestral resi...
12 Mar 2024
Kveller Sarah Levy Honors Jewish Dad Eugene Levy at His Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony 11 Mar 2024
Comedian and actor Eugene Levy was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star, celebrated by his family and friends, including daughter Sarah Levy who gave a...
11 Mar 2024
JTA Singer Steve Lawrence, son of a cantor and half of ‘Steve and Eydie,’ dies at 88 11 Mar 2024
Steve Lawrence, renowned singer and son of a cantor, passed away at 88 in Los Angeles. Along with his wife Eydie Gorm, they formed a successful singing duo, ...
11 Mar 2024