JL;DR

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Tag: Artistic Expression

0 Television/Film Culture

'Megalopolis' is an aesthetically brilliant, morally bankrupt film that traffics in homophobic and antisemitic clichés

Jay Michaelson in Forward · 1 Oct

Francis Ford Coppola's new film, Megalopolis, while aesthetically impressive, falls short morally, according to Jay Michaelson.

0 Literature Culture

Danila Botha's new book of short fiction wants to break the mold of Jewish Orthodoxy

Culturally Jewish · 25 Jun

Canadian author Danila Botha discusses her latest book, "Things That Cause Inappropriate Happiness," featuring Jewish stories that challenge traditional Orthodox narratives.

0 Culture Ethics

MAiD takes centre stage in a new comedy about the difficulty of preparing to die

Culturally Jewish · 27 Mar

The episode delves into the complexities of medically assisted dying within the Jewish community, highlighting the emotional and religious controversies it raises.

0 Music Politics

For the 3rd time, Matisyahu concert canceled amid threat of pro-Palestinian protests

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 8 Mar

Matisyahu, the American Jewish reggae musician, had his third concert canceled due to the threat of pro-Palestinian protests, following cancellations in Tucson and Santa Fe.

0 Holocaust Art

I’m an Israeli artist of Moroccan descent. Is the Holocaust my story to tell?

Shai Azoulay in JTA · 24 Jan

This article discusses the author's journey of self-discovery as an Israeli artist of Moroccan descent and their connection to the Holocaust.

0 Culture Philosophy

49 Days: Week 3, Tipheret

Unorthodox · 8 May 2022

In this episode of "49 Days to Stretch My Soul," Kylie Unell explores the concepts of Tipheret, which encompasses balance and harmony in the Jewish tradition of counting the Omer.

0 Art Politics

Jules Feiffer’s American Follies

Jules Feiffer in Tablet · 25 Jan 2019

"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is a satirical exploration of American society, delving into themes of political disillusionment and cultural absurdities.

0 Gender/Identity Art

Tupac’s Corset

Zoë Buckman in Tablet · 12 Sep 2018

The artist Zo Buckman explores the intersection of hip-hop, feminism, and her Jewish identity through embroidered vintage lingerie featuring lyrics from Biggie and Tupac.

0 Culture Antisemitism

J.K. Rowling And The Jews: A Complicated Love Story

Forward · 19 Apr 2018

The article explores J.K. Rowling's complex relationship with the Jewish community, highlighting her vocal support against antisemitism and her literary works' echoing themes reminiscent of Jewish historical experiences.