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‘Labyrinth of Lies’ Examines Germany’s Post-War Response to Holocaust

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Directors Giulio Ricciarelli’s 2014 documentary film Labyrinth of Lies, streaming on paid Amazon Prime, brings to the screen the story of the prosecution of death camp crimes in a German court.   Labyrinth of Lies can be viewed...
A still from the 2004 short film “Uncle Chaim” by Rabbi Avi Schwartz. Credit: Courtesy.

Orthodox rabbi’s films share ‘relatable stories’ based everyday life

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His 2023 film “The Quest: Get Back Your Ex” is a “dramatic tale of love and self-discovery” of six divorced couples who “undergo trials of redemption to win back lost loves and mend broken hearts.” The one-hour...

‘The City Without Jews’ screens 90+ years later

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The 38th annual San Francisco Jewish Film festival is in full swing. From July 19 to August 5, Bay Area theatres in San Francisco, Albany, Palo Alto, San Rafael, and Oakland will screen 67 Jewish...

West Valley Jewish Film Festival features diverse lineup

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The West Valley Jewish Film Festival celebrates its 13th year by featuring three films that vary as much in tone as topic. The festival runs from Jan. 27-29 at Beth Emeth Congregation, with one film...
From the film “Babi Yar. Context.” Credit: Courtesy.

Documentary on Babi Yar massacre to premiere at Cannes Film Festival

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Ukrainian director Sergei Loznitsa’s documentary film “Babi Yar. Context” has been selected to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in July. The 120-minutes long film is based entirely on archival footage uncovered by Loznitsa, which...