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2 Israeli Films Put Up for Documentary Oscar
10 Jan 2013
Two Israeli documentaries have earned nominations for the prestigious Academy Awards in 2013. "5 Broken Cameras," co-directed by Emad Burnat and Guy Davidi, ...
10 Jan 2013
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A Jewish Ice Cream Flavor for Jon Stewart
13 Dec 2012
Neal Gottlieb, a co-founder of the California-based organic ice cream company Three Twins, created three Jewish-themed ice cream flavors in honor of comedian...
13 Dec 2012
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A Very Gay, Jewish Christmas
13 Dec 2012
The article explores the Jewish background and themes in the classic Rankin and Bass animated Christmas specials like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "T...
13 Dec 2012
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Avraham Lincoln Avinu
9 Nov 2012
"Lincoln," a movie directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Tony Kushner, portrays Abraham Lincoln as the ultimate mensch - a skilled psychologist, interp...
9 Nov 2012
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Darren Aronofsky Builds Noah's Ark
17 Oct 2012
Notable filmmaker Darren Aronofsky has constructed a large-scale recreation of Noah's Ark for his upcoming epic titled "Noah," set for release in 2014. This ...
17 Oct 2012
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Happy Birthday Gilda Radner!
1 Jul 2012
Gilda Radner, born to Jewish parents in 1946 in Detroit, was a pioneering comedic talent who became one of the original stars of "Saturday Night Live." Known...
1 Jul 2012
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Nora Ephron Made Genius Look Easy
27 Jun 2012
Nora Ephron, cherished for her distinctive and witty voice, is remembered fondly following her untimely death. Known best for her work in films like "When Ha...
27 Jun 2012
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'Girls,' Sex and the All New JAP
17 Jun 2012
The depiction of Shoshanna Shapiro in HBO's "Girls" reflects an evolving portrayal of the Jewish American Princess (JAP) stereotype, traditionally characteri...
17 Jun 2012
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Q&A: Richard Lewis on Comedy and Therapy
26 Apr 2012
Comedian Richard Lewis, known for his role on Curb Your Enthusiasm, is currently touring and unsure about the show's ninth season. His real-life friendship w...
26 Apr 2012
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A 'Crazy' Look at Paris Strip Palace
23 Apr 2012
Frederick Wiseman's documentary "Crazy Horse" offers a behind-the-scenes look at the famed Parisian cabaret known for its unique and captivating dance perfor...
23 Apr 2012
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Semiteseeing
8 Aug 2011
Sarah Lazarovic is a versatile artist who works in film, animation, and illustration.
8 Aug 2011
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Captain America: Ironic Nostalgia or American Interventionism?
22 Jul 2011
In this analysis of "Captain America: The First Avenger," John Semley explores the film's portrayal of American interventionism, embodied in the character of...
22 Jul 2011
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My Call From Columbo
28 Jun 2011
In "My Call From Columbo," Sheldon Catz reflects on his unique interaction with Peter Falk, the iconic actor who portrayed Lt. Columbo. Catz, who founded The...
28 Jun 2011
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A Win for Israel at Tribeca Film Festival
2 May 2011
Israeli director Alma Harel's film 'Bombay Beach' triumphed at New York's Tribeca Film Festival, winning the top award in the documentary feature category al...
2 May 2011
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Judy Blume: Still Awesome
31 Mar 2011
Judy Blume, renowned for pioneering young adult fiction, shares her perspective on writing from both her adult and childlike self. She reflects on her charac...
31 Mar 2011
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Passion
23 Mar 2011
Elizabeth Taylor's death prompts reflections on her remarkable life, marked by tumultuous relationships, health challenges, and enduring glamour. Despite her...
23 Mar 2011
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Lulu’s Back in Town
16 Feb 2011
Nick Kazan's play, "Mlle. God," explores themes of betrayal and loyalty through its plot, reflecting an indirect connection to Kazan's father, director Elia ...
16 Feb 2011
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Did Snickers’ Super Bowl Commercial Have Anti-Semitic Message?
9 Feb 2011
A controversial Super Bowl commercial for Snickers featuring Jewish comedian Richard Lewis and fellow comedian Roseanne Barr sparked backlash due to perceive...
9 Feb 2011
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Friday Film: Weimar Cinema Beyond Caligari
10 Dec 2010
The largest ever U.S. retrospective of Weimar cinema from 1919-1933, featured at MoMA until March 2011, offers a comprehensive dive into the era's defining e...
10 Dec 2010
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Quintessential British Actor’s Jewishness Not ‘Gone With the Wind’
17 Nov 2010
Leslie Howard, renowned for his quintessentially British roles, was in fact of Hungarian Jewish descent. Born Leslie Howard Steiner, Howard's life trajectory...
17 Nov 2010
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How an Actor Died of the Blacklist
1 Sep 2010
Philip Loeb, a talented actor known for his Broadway performances and role in "The Goldbergs," tragically took his own life 55 years ago due to the debilitat...
1 Sep 2010
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Paul Rudd Bat Mitzvah Video Makes the Rounds
5 Aug 2010
Paul Rudd, the beloved actor known for his humorous roles, has garnered attention with a video related to a bat mitzvah making waves online. The video has be...
5 Aug 2010
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Paul Rudd Was My Bat Mitzvah DJ
3 Aug 2010
Before achieving fame in film and television, Paul Rudd charmingly emceed Gabrielle Birkner's bat mitzvah in 1992. During his time working the L.A. bar and b...
3 Aug 2010
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Hedy Lamarr, Queen of Hollywood Chutzpah
22 Jul 2010
Hedy Lamarr, a famous Hollywood actress, concealed her Jewish background during her lifetime. New biographies by Stephen Michael Shearer and Ruth Barton reve...
22 Jul 2010
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Today on Tablet
6 May 2010
Tablet Magazine's recent articles cover the funding challenges facing the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival due to financial shortages, as well as the debat...
6 May 2010
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Containing Multitudes: Tim Blake Nelson's 'Leaves of Grass'
26 Mar 2010
Tim Blake Nelson's film "Leaves of Grass," inspired by Walt Whitman's poetry, explores themes of identity and societal stereotypes through the tale of identi...
26 Mar 2010
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'Snooki' and 'Mr. Big' Unhurt After Incident at Star-Studded Purim Bash
28 Feb 2010
At a star-studded Purim party in New York attended by 300 guests, including celebrities like Snooki and Mr. Big, shards of falling glass injured at least 10 ...
28 Feb 2010
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Comedy Writer Rob Kutner Has Some Advice for Forward Readers
30 Jan 2010
Emmy-winning comedy writer Rob Kutner, known for his work on The Daily Show and The Tonight Show, will be the guest advice columnist for The Forward's Bintel...
30 Jan 2010
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Spielberg Plans ‘Docudrama’ at Israeli Hospital
4 Dec 2009
Steven Spielberg, in collaboration with Phil Rosenthal, is planning a reality docudrama centered around Jerusalem's Shaare Tzedek Medical Center, a bustling ...
4 Dec 2009
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Surreal Mosaic Family
3 Jun 2009
In "In a Dream," Jeremiah Zagar captures the tumultuous life of his father, reclusive mosaicist Isaiah Zagar, whose profound mental struggles shape his artis...
3 Jun 2009
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The Jewish Soul of ‘The Golden Girls’
27 Apr 2009
Bea Arthur, famed for her roles in "Maude" and "The Golden Girls," passed away, leaving a legacy of strong, complex characters often imbued with a distinct J...
27 Apr 2009
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Brighton Beach on the Big Screen
12 Feb 2009
Director James Gray explores Jewish family life in his film "Two Lovers," deviating from traditional stereotypical portrayals in Jewish cinema. The story rev...
12 Feb 2009
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A Waltz With the Unredeemed Past
9 Jan 2009
Ari Folman's animated documentary, "Waltz With Bashir," explores the elusive nature of memory and trauma through the lens of his own experiences as a soldier...
9 Jan 2009
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Cool and Dashing, Paul Newman Was a New Kind of Jewish Star
3 Oct 2008
Paul Newman's legacy as a modern Jewish superstar resonated deeply with many, including theater critic Misha Berson, who reflects on Newman's blend of Americ...
3 Oct 2008
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Borat Gets His Close-up
11 Aug 2006
Sacha Baron Cohen's character Borat, a crude but beloved Kazakh persona, is set to star in his own feature film titled "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America ...
11 Aug 2006