Steven Spielberg

Idina Menzel and Steven Spielberg Awarded the National Medal of the Arts

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 29 Oct

Idina Menzel, renowned for her roles in "Wicked" and "Frozen," was honored with the 2022 National Medal of the Arts by President Joe Biden, in recognition of her inspiring and uplifting contributions to the arts.

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We Hope That You Enjoy the Holocaust

Judith Miller in Tablet · 30 Sep

Judith Miller examines the cyclical emergence of Holocaust-themed films and plays, noting contemporary creators' struggles due to the diminishing firsthand accounts from witnesses.

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Facing death threats and boycott calls, these Israeli Olympic athletes are worth watching

Menschwarmers · 23 Jul

As Israeli athletes prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics amidst death threats and heightened security concerns, the episode highlights their resilience and athletic prowess.

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USC Shoah Foundation distances itself from pro-Palestinian valedictorian whose speech was canceled

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 17 Apr

The USC Shoah Foundation, associated with Steven Spielberg, faced controversy as its valedictorian, a pro-Palestinian student with ties to the foundation, had her commencement speech canceled due to criticism of Israel and Zionism.

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Steven Spielberg Just Gave an Incredibly Timely Speech about Antisemitism

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 27 Mar

Este fin de semana, Steven Spielberg pronunció un poderoso discurso en la Universidad del Sur de California, donde fue honrado por su labor en preservar la memoria del Holocausto a través de la Fundación Shoah que fundó.

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Steven Spielberg decries ‘machinery of extremism’ on campus and laments Israel-Hamas war deaths at USC ceremony honoring Holocaust survivors

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 26 Mar

Renowned filmmaker Steven Spielberg, honored at a ceremony at the University of Southern California for his Holocaust remembrance work, warned about rising antisemitism on college campuses and denounced extremism.

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The Jewish Stories You Loved in 2023

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 29 Dec 2023

Kveller reflects on the top Jewish stories of 2023, including a guide for parents on discussing Israel with their children, popular TV shows and movies such as "The Fabelmans" and Israeli shows, the musical "Mr. Saturday Night" starring Billy Crystal, and the show "Transatlantic" by "Unorthodox" creator Anna Winger.

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What to watch on Christmas? Your Jewish guide to this winter’s biggest movies

JTA Staff in JTA · 22 Dec 2023

This article provides a guide for Jewish viewers looking for movies to watch during the Christmas season.

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A new ‘Color Purple’ adaptation hits theaters, returning author Alice Walker’s history of antisemitism to spotlight

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 22 Dec 2023

The new film adaptation of The Color Purple brings attention to author Alice Walker's history of antisemitism.

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‘Schindler’s List’ is darker — and braver — than you may remember

PJGrisar in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

As the 30th anniversary of the film approaches, it is important to reevaluate Steven Spielberg's Schindler's List.

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Can we please stop talking about Bradley Cooper’s nose?

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 16 Aug 2023

The article discusses the controversy surrounding actor Bradley Cooper's portrayal of Jewish musician Leonard Bernstein in the upcoming film Maestro.

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Fables and Lies

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 26 Jan 2023

In this discussion, the focus is on two autobiographical films, "The Fabelmans" and "Armageddon Time," which have been nominated for Oscars.

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Spielberg’s Fable

Adam Kirsch in Jewish Review of Books · 15 Nov 2022

Steven Spielberg's influence on popular culture is undeniable, and in his collaboration with Tony Kushner, they explore the intersection of entertainment and edification in American Jewish culture.

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At ‘The Fabelmans’ premiere, Steven Spielberg discusses how his Jewish identity is portrayed in the autobiographical film

Stephen Silver in Forward · 12 Sep 2022

At the premiere of his new film, The Fabelmans, Steven Spielberg discussed how his Jewish identity is portrayed in the autobiographical movie.

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Whose West Side Story?

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 3 Feb 2022

The recent remake of West Side Story by Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner has sparked a discussion about the outdated and stereotypical depictions of Puerto Ricans in the original musical.

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STEVEN SPIELBERG

Jewish Lives · 22 Dec 2021

In this episode of the Jewish Lives Podcast, Molly Haskell, author of "Steven Spielberg: A Life in Films," discusses the career and impact of the renowned filmmaker.

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Steven “Shmuel” Spielberg’s epic contribution to Yiddish culture

Forward · 16 Dec 2021

Steven Spielberg's 75th birthday is an opportunity to celebrate his contribution to Yiddish culture.

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More than 60 years later, ‘West Side Story’ still matters — here’s why

Forward · 14 Dec 2021

"West Side Story," a musical created by four Jewish artists at the height of their careers, continues to resonate over 60 years later.

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Steven Spielberg's Holocaust project is back, and looking for more Canadian survivors

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Oct 2021

The CJN Daily discusses the relaunch of Steven Spielberg's Shoah Foundation project, now called the Last Chance Testimony Collection, to record testimonies from Holocaust survivors who have not yet been documented, including those from lesser-recognized groups.

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Canada's first COVID-era Birthright trip, and a short CJN Daily break

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 11 Aug 2021

This episode of The CJN Daily explores the resumption of Canadian Birthright trips to Israel amidst the pandemic and revisits the legacy of Faye Schulman, a Holocaust survivor and Jewish partisan photographer.

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Adapting Untold Holocaust Stories for Young Readers

Nina Lichtenstein in Tablet · 6 Apr 2021

Judy Batalion has written two books: "The Light of Days" and a young readers edition of the same title.

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Work and Pray: Ep. 265

Unorthodox · 11 Mar 2021

This episode of Unorthodox features Israeli actress Ayelet Zurer, known for her roles in the Israeli shows "Losing Alice" and "Shtisel," as well as her appearance in Steven Spielberg's film "Munich."

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Who Actually Was Allowed To Film At Auschwitz? Spoiler Alert: Not Spielberg.

Forward · 6 Jul 2017

Filming at Auschwitz is rarely allowed, with Steven Spielberg even being denied permission to shoot there while making "Schindler's List."

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The Biblical Side of ‘Saving Private Ryan’

Gabriel Sanders in Tablet · 1 Jul 2014

"Saving Private Ryan," directed by Steven Spielberg, at its core, portrays an act of compassion mirroring Jewish law and custom, reflecting the biblical principle of shiluach haken and emphasizing the importance of filial piety.

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Wu-Tang’s Kiddush

Aaron R. Katz in Tablet · 15 Apr 2013

The article discusses the significance of Emil Katz, a Holocaust survivor, whose Kiddush was featured in the opening scene of "Schindler's List".

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