Romantic Comedy

Everyone’s Talking About ‘Nobody Wants This’

Susan Hornik in Hadassah · 22 Oct

The Netflix series "Nobody Wants This," starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, has become a subject of discussion due to its portrayal of Jewish culture and stereotypes.

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Not everything has to mention the war, especially not a Netflix show

Jewish Chronicle · 21 Oct

The article discusses the importance of allowing Jewish-themed media, like the new Netflix show "Nobody Wants This," to occasionally offer escapism and joy rather than focusing solely on heavy topics like war and antisemitism.

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What if the ‘Hot Rabbi’ was a woman?

Jewish Chronicle · 16 Oct

Exploring gender and cultural stereotypes in media, this humorous critique envisions a rom-com starring a "hot" female rabbi, subverting traditional portrayals of Jewish characters.

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If You Loved (or Hated) ‘Nobody Wants This,’ Watch These 10 Jewish Romance Movies

Molly Tolsky in Kveller · 14 Oct

With the Netflix hit series 'Nobody Wants This' stirring mixed feelings among Jewish viewers due to its portrayal of Jewish women and interfaith relationships, Molly Tolsky offers a list of ten Jewish romance movies that might offer a more satisfying 'Jew meets Jew' narrative.

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Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ casually celebrates Judaism. I want a second season.

Keren R. McGinity in JTA · 30 Sep

"Nobody Wants This," a Netflix series created by Erin Foster and starring Adam Brody and Kristen Bell, offers a nuanced portrayal of Jewish life through a romantic comedy.

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The shows you won’t want to miss – on stage and screen

Jewish Chronicle · 30 Sep

The article presents a curated list of notable productions on stage and screen with strong Jewish themes and influences.

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Netflix finally gave Jews our Hot Rabbi. Too bad every other Jew in the show sucks

Mira Fox in Forward · 26 Sep

Netflix's new romantic comedy series "Nobody Wants This" attempts to create a sensation with Adam Brody's character of a hot rabbi, Noah, drawing parallels to "Fleabag's" Hot Priest.

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Between the Temples

Marco Roth in Tablet · 9 Sep

"Between the Temples" is a modern cinematic exploration of cultural contradictions within 21st-century American Judaism, framed as a screwball romantic comedy.

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The Trailer of Netflix’s Hot Rabbi Show, With Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, Is Here

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 29 Aug

Netflix is premiering a new romantic comedy series titled "Nobody Wants This," which features Adam Brody as a charming rabbi named Noah and Kristen Bell as Joanne, a non-Jewish woman who becomes romantically involved with him.

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Kristen Bell dates a rabbi in new Netflix romantic comedy series

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 29 Aug

The upcoming Netflix series "Nobody Wants This" features Kristen Bell as a non-Jewish woman who falls in love with a rabbi, played by Adam Brody.

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It really is a thin line between love and hate

Aimee Belchak in Jewish Chronicle · 8 Mar

The text discusses the thin line between love and hate, suggesting that individuals who challenge us the most may actually have romantic potential.

0 Television/Film Holocaust

“My Polish Honeymoon” proves you really can make a rom-com out of anything — even Holocaust tourism

Forward · 15 Jan 2020

"My Polish Honeymoon" is a French romantic comedy that takes a satirical look at Jewish heritage tourism in post-Holocaust Poland.

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Welcome to the Jungle: Shababniks Meet the Spotlight

Sarah Rindner in Lehrhaus · 8 Apr 2018

Israeli television has seen a rise in series depicting the lives of religious Jews, showcasing iconic shows like Srugim, Kathmandu, Shtisel, and the latest addition, Shababnikim.

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