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Kveller ‘Golda’ Filmmaker’s Next Movie Is Inspired By His Holocaust Survivor Grandmother Joining a Cult 16 May
Israeli filmmaker Guy Nattiv, known for his biopic Golda about Golda Meir, is now working on his most personal project titled Harmonia, inspired by his grand...
16 May
JTA Jewish Life Stories: Bob Dylan’s house photographer, and the TV reporter who got under Mel Gibson’s skin 15 May
Photographer Daniel Kramer, known for his work with Bob Dylan, passed away at 91, having captured intimate images during a transformative year for Dylan. Les...
15 May
JTA Martha Stewart collaborates with Breads Bakery on a brand-new babka 14 May
Martha Stewart has partnered with Breads Bakery in New York City to create a limited-edition babka called Marthas Good Thing Babka, filled with poppy seeds, ...
14 May
Kveller A Movie About Christianity Made Gad Elmaleh, France’s Biggest Comedy Star, Feel More Jewish Than Ever 10 May
Gad Elmaleh, a prominent Jewish comedian from France, explores the theme of religious identity in his latest movie, "Stay With Us," where his character conte...
10 May
Kveller 11 Movies All About Jewish Moms 10 May
The article presents a list of 11 movies centered around Jewish mothers and their relationships with their children. The list includes a variety of films suc...
10 May
Kveller ‘Dinner with the Parents’ Stars Michaela Watkins and Henry Hall Are Sorry About that Torah Scene 9 May
"Dinner with the Parents" stars Michaela Watkins and Henry Hall reflect on a Torah scene from the show and discuss their Jewish experiences. Watkins, who pla...
9 May
Kveller The Trailer for Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry’s New Holocaust Movie Is Here 9 May
The movie "Treasure," starring Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry, follows a father-daughter duo's journey in Poland to uncover their family's history, based on Lil...
9 May
Jewish Chronicle Made In England review: an ode to the art of making great films 9 May
This documentary tribute, "Made In England," sheds light on the often overlooked fact that one half of the renowned British filmmaking duo Powell and Pressbu...
9 May
Jewish Chronicle Spirited Away review: Japanese imagination lands on a West End stage 8 May
A Japanese adaptation of the iconic animated film "Spirited Away" by Hayao Miyazaki has landed on the West End stage, directed by John Caird. The adaptation ...
8 May
Kveller All the Jewish TV to Watch in May 2024 8 May
In May 2024, several Jewish-themed TV shows and specials are premiering on various streaming platforms. Highlights include "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," a Ho...
8 May
Jewish Chronicle TV review: Passover UK: A Jewish Journey. Late but great 6 May
ITV's "Passover UK: A Jewish Journey" aired belatedly but was well-received for its positive and authentic portrayal of British Jewish celebrations of Passov...
6 May
Unorthodox headphones Unorthodox Presents: Fire Dance 6 May
Israeli filmmaker Rama Burshtein-Shai discusses her new drama series, "Fire Dance," which explores themes of passion, fulfillment, and faith within an ultra-...
6 May
Kveller Release of ‘Tehran’ Season 3, Starring Hugh Laurie, Postponed Due to Israel-Hamas War 3 May
The release of season 3 of the TV series "Tehran," starring Hugh Laurie, has been postponed due to the Israel-Hamas war, with Apple TV+ delaying the premiere...
3 May
Kveller The Cast and Team Behind Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ On the Moving Finale 3 May
The cast and team behind Hulu's "We Were the Lucky Ones" reflect on the emotional finale, shedding tears of joy and grief as the characters reunite after sur...
3 May
Kveller Michael Aloni Brought His Mother’s Polish Lullaby to ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ 3 May
Michael Aloni, known for his roles in Shtisel and The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem, discusses his experiences in the series "We Were the Lucky Ones." Aloni shar...
3 May
Jewish Chronicle The American Society of Magical Negros review: Good idea, but not good enough for an entire film 3 May
"The American Society of Magical Negros" is a film that attempts to satirize the racist trope of the Magical Negro in American cinema by exploring a premise ...
3 May
Jewish Chronicle The X-Files director: ‘conspiracy theories are now costing reputations and lives’ 3 May
Award-winning director and producer Daniel Sackheim reflects on the influence of The X-Files in popularizing conspiracy theories in America. Concerned about ...
3 May
Jewish Chronicle The Turkish Jew who’s now that waiter from Barcelona 3 May
Hemi Yeroham, a Turkish-born Sephardic Jew, takes on the iconic role of Manuel, the Spanish waiter in the stage adaptation of "Fawlty Towers." Despite not be...
3 May
Forward In ‘Unfrosted,’ Jerry Seinfeld plays with his food 3 May
Jerry Seinfeld's directorial debut film "Unfrosted" takes a comedic look at the origin of Pop-Tarts, focusing on a Kellogg's product developer named Bob Caba...
3 May
Hadassah ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’ Glorifies Love. Should It? 2 May
"The Tattooist of Auschwitz," a new limited streaming series based on the novel of the same name, depicts the love story between Holocaust survivors Lale Sok...
2 May
Jewish Chronicle Unfrosted review: Seinfeld’s cereal classic snaps, crackles and pops 2 May
"Unfrosted" is Jerry Seinfeld's directorial debut film where he stars and co-writes a comedic story inspired by his childhood love of Pop-Tarts. The film hum...
2 May
Kveller Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Helped Star Robin Weigert Reconnect to the Beauty of Jewish Rituals 2 May
Robin Weigert, known for her role in Hulu's Holocaust drama "We Were the Lucky Ones," discusses her deep connection to her character Nechuma and Jewish tradi...
2 May
Forward Just how accurate is the Peacock series 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz?' 1 May
The Peacock series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," based on a book of the same name, portrays the true story of Lali and Gita, two Jewish survivors of Auschwit...
1 May
Kveller This New Shabbat ‘Sesame Street’ Episode is Perfect 1 May
Sesame Street premiered an episode called "Shabbat Shalom," celebrating the Jewish holiday of Shabbat. The episode depicts Charlie, a Jewish character, prepa...
1 May
Forward In new Israeli Netflix show about fanatical soccer fans, anti-Arab racism is an unspoken companion 1 May
In the new Israeli Netflix show "Bros," which follows aging friends and soccer fans devoted to the Beitar team, anti-Arab racism among some fans is silently ...
1 May
Hadassah Having the Conversation With Noa Tishby 1 May
Noa Tishby, an Israeli activist, actor, and advocate for Israel, has been actively using social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to raise awareness ...
1 May
Tablet Those Fine Young Communists 1 May
The text explores the author's personal journey into and out of communism, reflecting on the allure of communism for young individuals seeking a sense of pur...
1 May
Forward In Seinfeld’s newest kvetch, a tale of two Pop-Tart jokes 29 Apr
Jerry Seinfeld recently discussed how network sitcoms have lost their appeal and cited a shift towards extreme political correctness as a contributing factor...
29 Apr
Kveller Max Greenfield and Ben Feldman Once Starred in a Trippy Passover Movie Called ‘When Do We Eat?’ 26 Apr
"Max Greenfield and Ben Feldman starred in the 2005 Passover film 'When Do We Eat?' where a Jewish father accidentally takes ecstasy during a seder and belie...
26 Apr
Jewish Chronicle Creepy goings-on behind the scenes of children’s TV 26 Apr
An investigative documentary series titled Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV has uncovered disturbing incidents within Nickelodeon during the era of pro...
26 Apr
Jewish Chronicle Ripley review: Dark designs with a monochrome finish 26 Apr
Netflix's series "Ripley" is the latest adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's novel "The Talented Mr. Ripley," following the story of Tom Ripley, a grifter comm...
26 Apr
Jewish Chronicle Civil War review: On the horrifying road to a very disunited States 26 Apr
In "Civil War," a film reviewed by John Nathan, director Alex Garland portrays a disunited United States where a photojournalist and a writer embark on a roa...
26 Apr
Jewish Review of Books Kaddish for the Maestro 26 Apr
"Kaddish for the Maestro" is a film directed by Bradley Cooper that portrays the legendary musician Leonard Bernstein. Despite Bradley Cooper not winning an ...
26 Apr
Jewish Chronicle Jonah Hauer-King in Tattooist of Auschwitz: ‘If I wasn’t getting upset, I wouldn’t be doing my job’ 26 Apr
Jonah Hauer-King discusses his intense preparation for the role of Lale Sokolov in the series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," emphasizing the responsibility he...
26 Apr
Kveller Get All Your Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Questions Answered At This Exclusive Virtual Event 25 Apr
Kveller is hosting a virtual event on May 6, 2024, to discuss Hulu's series "We Were the Lucky Ones," which airs close to Yom Hashoah, Israel's Holocaust mem...
25 Apr
Kveller A TV Adaptation of Taffy Brodesser-Akner’s Newest Book Is Coming 25 Apr
Taffy Brodesser-Akner's upcoming novel, "Long Island Compromise," set for release in July, will be adapted into a TV series by Apple TV+, following a bidding...
25 Apr
Forward How Barbara Walters changed the world 22 Apr
Barbara Walters, known for her groundbreaking career as a television journalist, is explored in the biography "The Rulebreaker" by Susan Page. Walters' impac...
22 Apr
Kveller Carol Kane Brings Her Jewish Chops to ‘Dinner With the Parents’ 19 Apr
Carol Kane brings her Jewish heritage to the forefront in the show "Dinner With the Parents," based on the British sitcom "Friday Night Dinner." Despite not ...
19 Apr
Jewish Chronicle Why Jewish jokes make the world a little more bearable, for a while 19 Apr
Jewish humor, particularly American Jewish humor, is characterized by its ability to punch upwards or sideways in a profound and often self-reflective manner...
19 Apr
Forward A Jewish sitcom from Britain gets remade in American suburbia — does the joke translate? 18 Apr
An American version of the British sitcom "Friday Night Dinner" set in a Jewish home has been created, titled "Dinner with the Parents." The American adaptat...
18 Apr
Jewish Chronicle Television is good for the Jews 18 Apr
Television is depicted as beneficial for Jews, with a focus on capturing emotions and human experiences more effectively than cinema. The article highlights ...
18 Apr
Culturally Jewish headphones She saved 12 Jewish lives during the Holocaust—and Quebecois filmmakers are now telling her story 18 Apr
Irena Gut Opdyke's bravery in saving 12 Jewish lives during the Holocaust is highlighted in the new film "Irena's Vow," discussed by lead actress Sophie Néli...
18 Apr
JTA New stand-up shows aim to revive the Borscht Belt’s Jewish comedy legacy 17 Apr
The Borscht Belt, a historic hub of Jewish comedy in the Catskills, is being revived through new comedy shows organized by the Borscht Belt Museum. Comedians...
17 Apr
Kveller 6 Passover TV Episodes to Watch With Your Family 17 Apr
For families looking for Passover-themed TV episodes, here are six recommendations that cater to different age groups: 1. Rugrats: A 1995 Passover special ...
17 Apr
Kveller That Time Sarah Jessica Parker Interviewed Oscar the Grouch About Passover 16 Apr
In a 1991 episode of Shalom Sesame, Sarah Jessica Parker portrays TV reporter Peggy Pey interviewing Moishe Oofnik (Oscar the Grouch's Israeli cousin) and Os...
16 Apr
Kveller Israeli Actress Moran Ronsenblatt on that Harrowing ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Birth Scene 15 Apr
Israeli actress Moran Rosenblatt discusses her roles in two Holocaust-related projects: the lesbian rom-com "Kiss Me Kosher" and Hulu's drama "We Were the Lu...
15 Apr
Kveller Nickelodeon’s ‘The Tiny Chef Show’ Brings Us the Cutest Matzah Ball Soup Ever 12 Apr
Nickelodeon's The Tiny Chef Show premiered an endearing episode featuring the creation of matzah ball soup by its tiny stop-motion cast, though without expli...
12 Apr
Forward Eroticism and faith merge in a haunting TV series about a married rabbi and a troubled young woman 12 Apr
"Fire Dance" is a TV series set in a Haredi world, focusing on the complex relationship between a troubled young woman, Feigie, and a charismatic married rab...
12 Apr
Jewish Chronicle A fast, furious and justifiably gory revenge flick 12 Apr
"Monkey Man," Dev Patel's directorial debut and starring vehicle, presents a fast, furious, and gory revenge story akin to "John Wick," with Patel's characte...
12 Apr
Kveller Israeli Actress Hadas Yaron Faces Her Own Family History in ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ 11 Apr
Israeli actress Hadas Yaron, known for her roles in both Israeli and American productions, including the Holocaust drama "We Were the Lucky Ones," found hers...
11 Apr