Jonathan Glazer's latest project, "Strasbourg 1518," is a 10-minute short film that explores the phenomenon of a historical dancing sickness that took place in a French city in 1518.

The author explores the concept of "pidyon shevuyim" (redemption of captives) in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The author explores the idea of Jewishness and its connection to feelings of isolation and confinement, drawing parallels between Hamlet and Jewish characters like Shylock.

Amid the COVID-19 disruptions, the relevance of Shakespeare's works during times of crisis has been noted, with themes of pestilence and productivity resonating.