MomentMag
Tribe Check: Andrew Garfield
15 May 2025
Andrew Garfield, known for his role as Spider-Man, has a connection to Judaism through his Jewish heritage. Though not strictly observant, Garfield's Jewish ...
15 May 2025
Moment
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Jewish Guy Playing Superman!
15 May 2025
David Corenswet, a Jewish actor, is set to play Superman in the new DC Universe film directed by James Gunn, marking a historic first as the character's on-s...
15 May 2025
Kveller
Scarlett Johansson Tells Holocaust Survivors’ Stories in Directorial Debut
14 May 2025
Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut, "Eleanor the Great," showcases her deep connection to her Jewish heritage and Holocaust history. Her journey began in...
14 May 2025
Kveller
‘Ada: My Mother the Architect’ Is a Love Letter to a Jewish Mother and to the Ideal of Israel
14 May 2025
Ada Karmi-Melamede, an influential Israeli architect, and her profound legacy are explored in the documentary 'Ada: My Mother the Architect,' directed by her...
14 May 2025
Sapir
Can the Media Keep Kosher?
14 May 2025
Amidst growing concerns about political bias in the media, the article examines the historical evolution of journalism's relationship with objectivity and ac...
14 May 2025
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew ... Who Says Yes to the Dress
14 May 2025
Pnina Tornai, renowned Israeli wedding dress designer and star of TLC's 'Say Yes to the Dress,' discusses her unexpected journey from Paris to becoming a glo...
14 May 2025
Kveller
Natalie Portman to Play Jewish Scientist Rosalind Franklin in an Upcoming Movie
13 May 2025
Natalie Portman is set to portray the Jewish scientist Rosalind Franklin in a new film directed by Tom Hooper, based on the stage play 'Photograph 51' by Ann...
13 May 2025
JTA
This film about Israeli architect Ada Karmi-Melamede, 88, is about beautiful buildings and so much more
9 May 2025
"Ada: My Mother the Architect" is a documentary by New York-based filmmaker Yael Melamede, capturing the life and work of her mother, Ada Karmi-Melamede, a p...
9 May 2025
Forward
On a clever new show, a female rabbi makes Judaism modern
8 May 2025
Reformed, a new French comedy on HBO Max, follows La Schmoll, a female rabbi inspired by Delphine Horvilleur, as she navigates the complexities of Judaism an...
8 May 2025
Kveller
A Tribute to Jewish Comedian Joan Rivers Is Coming to NBC and Peacock
7 May 2025
An upcoming tribute show, "Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute," celebrates the legacy of Jewish comedian Joan Rivers, featuring iconic comedians and ...
7 May 2025
Kveller
Paul Rudd Dishes on His Past as a Bar and Bat Mitzvah DJ
7 May 2025
Paul Rudd once worked as a DJ for bar and bat mitzvahs during his acting school days, using his skills to entertain young crowds with hit tunes of the late 8...
7 May 2025
Forward
Is it time for ‘Asterix’ to retire the 'Roman' salute?
7 May 2025
PJ Grisar explores the continued use of the Roman salute in the new Netflix series "Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight," questioning its relevance and potential...
7 May 2025
Forward
Is ‘Andor’ about Jews, Palestinians — or both and/or neither?
7 May 2025
The article examines the cultural and political inspirations behind the second season of the Star Wars series "Andor," particularly highlighting its parallel...
7 May 2025
Kveller
Gal Gadot to Star as Holocaust Survivor in Upcoming Movie
6 May 2025
Gal Gadot is returning to the big screen as a Holocaust survivor in the upcoming film Ruin, a gritty post-WWII drama where her character collaborates with an...
6 May 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Lights! Camera! Tariffs!
6 May 2025
The discussion primarily focuses on Trump's tariff plan on foreign films, deeming it impractical and misguided, while delving into broader issues surrounding...
6 May 2025
Hadassah
In Praise of Fictional Jewish Moms
5 May 2025
Fictional Jewish mothers have become a staple in literature and media, often serving as complex characters that blend humor, wisdom, and cultural richness. T...
5 May 2025
Kveller
Everything You Need to Know About Netflix’s ‘Bad Boy’
5 May 2025
"Bad Boy," a gripping new Israeli drama now on Netflix, intertwines the tale of stand-up comedian Daniel Chen's turbulent youth with compelling narratives of...
5 May 2025
Forward
How Jews shaped the Western – and how the Western shaped Jews
4 May 2025
Jewish influence on the Western movie genre is explored in Jonathan Friedmann's new book, "Chai Noon: Jews and the Cinematic Wild West." Jewish filmmakers an...
4 May 2025
Kveller
The Jewish TV to Watch in May 2025
2 May 2025
May 2025 is set to be an exciting month for Jewish TV enthusiasts, with a variety of shows highlighting Jewish talent and stories. Key releases include "Bad ...
2 May 2025
Forward
Netflix's newest Israeli show has nothing to do with Israel
2 May 2025
"Bad Boy," the latest Israeli series on Netflix, diverges from typical Israeli-themed narratives, focusing instead on the struggles of juvenile delinquents i...
2 May 2025
JTA
Seymour Weiner, Jewish WWII vet and Mets folk hero, dies at 98
1 May 2025
Seymour Weiner, a Jewish WWII veteran and dedicated New York Mets fan, passed away at age 98. Known as a folk hero to Mets enthusiasts, he was celebrated for...
1 May 2025
Tablet
Sinners
1 May 2025
Ryan Coogler's film "Sinners" unfolds in 1932 Clarksdale, Mississippi, presenting a narrative that intertwines racial history with supernatural themes. The s...
1 May 2025
Kveller
Sasson Gabay Dishes on Season Three of ‘Tehran’
30 Apr 2025
Sasson Gabay, the renowned Israeli actor, offered insights into his role in the third season of the spy thriller 'Tehran,' where he plays an Iranian Jew work...
30 Apr 2025
Kveller
Mark Feuerstein Reprises His Jewish ‘Royal Pains’ Role in Upcoming Sequel
29 Apr 2025
Mark Feuerstein is set to reprise his role as Dr. Henry Hank Lawson in a sequel to the iconic show 'Royal Pains.' The new NBC show, still untitled, will see ...
29 Apr 2025
Kveller
Israeli Show ‘Bad Boy’ to Premiere on Netflix in May
28 Apr 2025
Israeli show 'Bad Boy', featuring themes of juvenile detention and troubled teens, is set to premiere on Netflix in May. Created by Ron Leshem, known for the...
28 Apr 2025
New Voices
Vatican Announces Next Pope is a Jew
28 Apr 2025
In a satirical twist, the Vatican has appointed Benjamin Goldberg from Brooklyn, a non-traditional candidate, as the new pope, marking several firsts for the...
28 Apr 2025
Forward
In ‘The Rehearsal,’ Nathan Fielder fights the removal of his Holocaust fashion episode
28 Apr 2025
Nathan Fielder's latest episode of the HBO docu-comedy series "The Rehearsal" revives the controversy surrounding the removal of his Holocaust fashion episod...
28 Apr 2025
Forward
In ‘The Rehearsal,’ Nathan Fielder fights the removal of his Holocaust fashion episode
28 Apr 2025
Nathan Fielder's docu-comedy "The Rehearsal" revisits his contentious poise on antisemitism through the eyes of Summit Ice, his Holocaust remembrance apparel...
28 Apr 2025
Kveller
Emile Hirsch Stars in New Movie About Israeli Artist and Holocaust Survivor Joseph Bau
25 Apr 2025
"Bau, Artist at War" is a new film starring Emile Hirsch, portraying the life of Holocaust survivor and Israeli artist Joseph Bau. Known for his multi-facete...
25 Apr 2025
Kveller
Is ‘Kugel,’ the Prequel to ‘Shtisel,’ Worth the Watch?
25 Apr 2025
Kugel, the prequel to the celebrated Israeli series Shtisel, offers viewers a new perspective on two familiar characters, Nuchem and Libbi Shtisel, set in th...
25 Apr 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Funding ‘Gangsters vs. Nazis’: A journey
25 Apr 2025
Executive producer Bruce David Klein discusses the production of a documentary film about Jewish gangsters who combated American Nazis in the lead-up to Worl...
25 Apr 2025
Jewdicious
Yom Ha Shoah | "Judgment At Nuremberg"
24 Apr 2025
Amid the observance of Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, the importance of remembering the horrors and moral failures of the past is underscored by the...
24 Apr 2025
Forward
In ‘Andor’ season 2, a Wannsee Conference reference, and a new sort of space Jew
23 Apr 2025
Andor's season two premiere delves into deeper historical allegories by drawing explicit parallels with the infamous Wannsee Conference, where the Nazis disc...
23 Apr 2025
Kveller
A New ‘Clueless’ Show Starring Alicia Silverstone Is Coming
22 Apr 2025
Alicia Silverstone is set to reprise her iconic role as Cher Horowitz in a new Peacock series based on the 1995 classic film "Clueless," now confirmed by Amy...
22 Apr 2025
Kveller
This French Jewish ‘Inglourious Basterds’ Actor to Star in ‘Fauda’ Season 5
22 Apr 2025
Mélanie Laurent, a celebrated French Jewish actress known for her role in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds," joins the cast of "Fauda" for its upcom...
22 Apr 2025
Kveller
Sasson Gabay Makes a Charming Return to His ‘Shtisel’ Character in ‘Kugel’
21 Apr 2025
"Kugel," a prequel to the praised Israeli series "Shtisel," brings back Sasson Gabay in his iconic role as Nuchem Shtisel. The show offers a deeper explorati...
21 Apr 2025
JTA
How Abraham Lincoln in a kippah wound up making a $250,000 deal on ‘Shark Tank’
18 Apr 2025
Ari Siegel, a Jewish entrepreneur, attracted attention on Shark Tank by donning an Abraham Lincoln outfit complete with a kippah and kapota to pitch his busi...
18 Apr 2025
JTA
18 questions for D’yan Forest, the world’s oldest female stand-up comedian
18 Apr 2025
Dyan Forest, at 90, is recognized as the world's oldest female stand-up comedian by Guinness World Records. Her performance, "90 Years of Songs and Scandal,"...
18 Apr 2025
Kveller
Shari Lewis Made the Best Passover Special Ever
17 Apr 2025
Revisiting Shari Lewis' 1996 PBS Passover special, the article argues for its excellence as a children's holiday program. Featuring beloved puppets like Lamb...
17 Apr 2025
Forward
In the new Fantastic Four trailer, a glimpse of Yancy Street’s Yiddishkeit
17 Apr 2025
In the newly released trailer for "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," viewers catch glimpses of the Jewish essence of Yancy Street, showcasing hints of Ben Gr...
17 Apr 2025
Tablet
What ‘White Lotus’ Got Right
17 Apr 2025
The latest season of "The White Lotus" explores themes of spiritual searching amidst opulent backdrops in Thailand, integrating Buddhism as a central motif. ...
17 Apr 2025
Forward
How the Hebrew Bible helped me write He-Man (and a Salvation Army special)
16 Apr 2025
Michael Halperin recounts how his Jewish upbringing and knowledge of the Hebrew Bible influenced his career in writing scripts for popular media, including t...
16 Apr 2025
JTA
‘Shtisel’ star Sasson Gabay is happy to be back playing a complex haredi Orthodox Jew in ‘Kugel’
16 Apr 2025
Sasson Gabay, renowned for his role as Nuhem Shtisel in the acclaimed series "Shtisel," returns to portray the character in the prequel series "Kugel." Set i...
16 Apr 2025
Kveller
Phil Rosenthal Finally Learns to Love Matzah
16 Apr 2025
Phil Rosenthal, known for creating 'Everybody Loves Raymond' and hosting 'Somebody Feed Phil,' recently overcame his aversion to matzah, a traditional Passov...
16 Apr 2025
Forward
In 'The Rehearsal' season 2, is Nathan Fielder serious?
15 Apr 2025
Season 2 of Nathan Fielder's 'The Rehearsal' delves deeper into his signature blend of reality TV and personal exploration, this time taking on the aviation ...
15 Apr 2025
Kveller
This New Sitcom from the Makers of ‘Will & Grace’ Is Super Jewish and Utterly Delightful
9 Apr 2025
"Mid-Century Modern," a new sitcom by Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, the Jewish creators behind "Will & Grace," brings a warmly Jewish and queer perspective ...
9 Apr 2025
Forward
Why Nick Jonas should not sing ‘Shiksa Goddess,’ the outdated song from ‘The Last Five Years’
9 Apr 2025
In the Broadway production of Jason Robert Brown's musical "The Last Five Years," Nick Jonas's performance of the song "Shiksa Goddess" has sparked controver...
9 Apr 2025
Kveller
This Hebrew Prayer in Max’s ‘The Pitt’ Was One of the Most Moving Jewish TV Moments I’ve Ever Seen
8 Apr 2025
In a poignant scene from Max's medical drama "The Pitt," Jewish ER doctor Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, played by Noah Wyle, recites the Shema prayer amid cha...
8 Apr 2025
JTA
How ‘October 8’ and ‘The Encampments,’ two new documentaries on America post-Oct. 7, talk right past each other
8 Apr 2025
Two new documentaries, "October 8" and "The Encampments," reflect the deep divide in American perspectives following the Hamas attacks in Israel and the subs...
8 Apr 2025
Forward
The only good Jews in this hit Christian TV show are the ones who follow Jesus
8 Apr 2025
The Christian TV series "The Chosen," popular for its depiction of Jesus and his disciples, faces criticism for its portrayal of Jewish characters, especiall...
8 Apr 2025