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0 Culture Antisemitism

British Jewish Actor Jason Isaacs Shares Why He Wears a Hostage Pin to All Red Carpet Events

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 17 Jun

British Jewish actor Jason Isaacs, widely recognized for his roles in 'Harry Potter' and 'The White Lotus,' has been consistently wearing a yellow hostage pin during public appearances to raise awareness for Israeli hostages in Gaza.

0 Television/Film Philosophy

What ‘White Lotus’ Got Right

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 17 Apr

The latest season of "The White Lotus" explores themes of spiritual searching amidst opulent backdrops in Thailand, integrating Buddhism as a central motif.

0 Television/Film Culture

What was Barbra Streisand's autobiography doing in ‘The White Lotus’?

Louis Keene in Forward · 25 Mar

In Season 3 of HBO's series The White Lotus, Jaclyn, an aging actress portrayed by Michelle Monaghan, is seen with Barbra Streisand's hefty autobiography at a Thai resort pool.

0 Television/Film Culture

This Thai island is divine… No wonder The White Lotus took notice

Jewish Chronicle · 20 Nov 2024

The article explores the impact of popular media on travel destinations, particularly focusing on Koh Samui, Thailand.

0 Israel Television/Film

Rosh Hashanah, Prison Break, 9/11

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 10 Sep 2021

The text discusses a recent Israeli prison break involving six high-risk Palestinian security prisoners that has left authorities perplexed.