Israel Movie Night
Monday, January 23, 7:00 PM

"A Yiddish World Remembered" (2002)
60 minutes

In the Emmy award-winning documentary, "A Yiddish World Remembered," the story of Jewish life in Eastern Europe is brought to life by some of the remaining eyewitnesses. Narrated by Academy Award nominated actor Elliott Gould and accompanied by never-before-seen archival films, vintage photographs, and, of course, traditional Klezmer and cantorial music, the documentary takes an enlightening look at this unique and all-but-vanished way of life.

For those in rural communities, there was often no running water or electricity. For many, anti-Semitism was a part of daily life. But for everyone, crowded conditions and poverty seemed to prevail. Despite these trials, through the eyes of the individuals interviewed, we learn that Jewish communities were close-knit and often even joyous places to live.

This television special explores everything from the fascinating language of Yiddish, to the Rabbis and Rebbes who often ran the communities, to the powerful Jewish movements of Khasidism, Bundism, and Zionism.

Sponsored by the Israel Committee.
Pizza, pop, popcorn, and chips will be served.