Tag: Jewish Characters

Author Jean Meltzer explains how Jewish romance novels are a celebration of Jewish joy, offering narratives that counteract traditional Jewish stories of victimhood or marginalization.
Matzah Book Soup, run by Amanda Spivack and Lilli Leight, is a popular Jewish book club celebrating Jewish joy and pride through a diverse selection of books with Jewish authors and characters.
The 2024 Tony Award nominations include Jewish-themed productions such as the revival of Cabaret and Prayer for the French Republic, which address antisemitism.
The second season of "Life & Beth" deepens its exploration of Jewish themes while balancing humor and darkness, addressing heavy topics such as sexual assault, autism, and antisemitism.
The article discusses the growing trend in contemporary theater to explore Jewish trauma and suffering, particularly in relation to the Holocaust.
In "The Unfinished Business of Eadie Browne," author Freya North delves into her Jewish heritage for the first time in her 28-year career, exploring Jewish characters and values in a coming-of-age story.
The Kveller team has compiled a list of the best Jewish books they read in 2023.
Four novels published in 2023 are explored in this article, highlighting their Jewish themes and connections.
Curb Your Enthusiasm, the popular HBO comedy created by Larry David, will end after its upcoming 12th season.
As the 30th anniversary of the film approaches, it is important to reevaluate Steven Spielberg's Schindler's List.
In the world of comic books, there are several Jewish superheroes that readers may be familiar with, such as The Thing, Kitty Pryde, Batwoman, and Harley Quinn.
The author expresses their dissatisfaction and confusion about the HBO show "The Idol."
In Lena Dunham's film adaptation of Karen Cushman's book, "Catherine, Called Birdy," the portrayal of the medieval teenage protagonist loses some of the depth and complexity present in the original book.
Al Pacino, known for his iconic portrayals of Italian and Latino characters, also has a lesser-known history of depicting Jewish figures on screen and stage.
The article explores the presence of antisemitic stereotypes in British literature, particularly focusing on the depiction of goblins in Harry Potter and other works.
This article discusses the significance of the All-of-a-Kind Family children's book series by Sydney Taylor.
Despite Mel Gibson's history of antisemitism and problematic behavior, he continues to find work in Hollywood due to personal relationships and a philosophy of accountability promoted by individuals like Robert Downey Jr. who vouched for Gibson's redemption.
This article provides a list of the best Jewish children's books of 2020, focusing on fun and entertaining reads.
In this episode, MSNBC reporter Irin Carmon discusses her book "Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg," highlighting the Supreme Court Justice's feminist pop culture icon status, her significant role on the Court, and her impressive workout routine.
The discussion focuses on the evolving portrayal of Jewish characters in young adult literature, moving away from narratives solely focused on "Important Jewish Issues" like the Holocaust or religious conflicts.