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Festival Events Begin March 16! Rehoboth Beach Jewish Film Festivalmar 2017 Thursday–Sunday, March 22–26, 2017 PRE-FESTIVAL EVENTS BEGIN MARCH 16! REHOBOTH BEACH JEWISH FILM FESTIVALMAR 2017 THURSDAY–SUNDAY, MARCH 22–26, 2017 Presented by the REHOBOTH BEACH FILM SOCIETY in partnership with the SEASIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY CINEMA ART THEATER 17701 Dartmouth Drive, #2 Dartmouth Plaza, Lewes DE (behind Wawa) www.rehobothfilm.com “If you have tapped into something that is real for you, chances are you are going to tap into something that is real for someone else.” - Rob Reiner REHOBOTH BEACH JEWISH FILM FESTIVALMAR 2017 WELCOME TO THE REHOBOTH BEACH JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL (MARCH 22–26, 2017) elcome to the second anniversary of the Rehoboth Beach Jewish WFilm Festival. The Rehoboth Beach Film Society is pleased to continue a wonderful partnership with Seaside Jewish Community in “If you have tapped into something presenting an expanded event this year. The mission of the Festival is to deepen awareness of Jewish that is real for you, chances are you cultures and experiences, and to explore community differences and commonalities through the art of film. This year’s film selection are going to tap into something that represents the work of eleven countries. These films and various discussions will take participants on a journey of seeing a broad scope is real for someone else.” of human experiences ranging from acts of discrimination, brutality, and secrecy to acceptance, kindness, love overcoming challenges, and - Rob Reiner strength – all leading to the understanding that human interactions of all types can impact many lives. Special thanks to our 2017 sponsors: PREMIER SPONSOR SUPPORTING SPONSORS “If you have tapped into something that is real for you, chances are you are going to tap into something that is real for someone else.” - Rob Reiner SCHEDULE Thu March 16 7:00 pm FOCUS page 5 Pre-Festival film plus post-screening discussion of Focus novel led by Eric Zakim Fri March 17 10:00 am Breakfast Conversation with Eric Zakim page 3 Wed March 22 3:30 pm IN SEARCH OF ISRAELI CUISINE page 6 6:00 pm Israeli Cuisine Dinner at Fish On page 7 Thu March 23 4:00 pm FEVER AT DAWN page 8 7:00 pm BESA: THE PROMISE page 9 Fri March 24 12:30 pm THE PEOPLE VS FRITZ BAUER page 10 A post-film discussion will be led by Mike Saltzman 3:30 pm* SABENA HIJACKING: MY VERSION page 11 7:00 pm* MOOS page 12 Sat March 25 1:00 pm* EVERY FACE HAS A NAME page 13 4:00 pm* SABENA HIJACKING: MY VERSION page 11 7:30 pm THE WOMEN’S BALCONY page 14 Sun March 26 12:00 noon KEEP QUIET page 15 A post-film discussion will be led by Tom Ledbetter 3:00 pm FANNY’S JOURNEY page 16 Theater opens 30 minutes before screening begins. * Note: To respect the Jewish Sabbath, Seaside Jewish Community is not hosting the films on Friday night or Saturday afternoon. Location All film screenings will be held at the Cinema Art Theater. 17701 Dartmouth Drive, #2 Dartmouth Plaza, Lewes, DE Admission $10 per film screening Seating is limited. Purchase in advance online with VISA or MasterCard at www.rehobothfilm.com Available seats will be sold at the door 30 minutes before starting time. 2 Rehoboth Beach Jewish Film Festival OTHER EVENTS Pre-Festival Breakfast Conversation Friday, March 17 – 10:00 am Location: Lewes Library, 111 Adams Avenue, Lewes, DE 19958 Admission: $10 (includes lite refreshments and presentation) A breakfast conversation with Professor Eric Zakim will take place from 10:00 to 11:30 am. The topic will be American Jewish Film: Race, Assimilation and Jewish Identity. Pre-registration is required due to limited seating. Purchase online at www.rehobothfilm.com or by calling 302-645-9095 ext.1. Please note that tickets are nonrefundable. Silent Auction A silent auction will feature three items with bidding starting at Fish On restaurant (see page 7) and then throughout the Festival at the Cinema Art Theater. Bids close at 3 pm on Sunday, March 26. Winners will be contacted on Monday, March 27. The items are the following: ◾ A signed and framed artist’s proof print by Jewish artist Bernard Abelew. Mr. Abelew was born in Moscow then lived in New Jersey for 43 years where he taught art at the Art Student League and the New York School of Design. He worked in many mediums but was best known for his work in oils. Mr. Abelew was a member of the Verona Jewish Center in Verona, NJ and designed the stained glass windows of their synagogue. ◾ A $150 gift card to Zahav restaurant in Philadelphia, PA. Zahav is a modern Israeli restaurant that brings the authentic flavors of Israeli cuisine to Philadelphia. Zahav offers a small plates menu, encourag- ing guests to sample the bounty of Israeli fare from Eastern Europe to North Africa and from Persia to the Eastern Mediterranean. ◾ A third item to be revealed at the Israeli Cuisine Dinner. Cookbook Sale Please see page 7 for more information on autographed copies of Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking available for purchase. March 22–26, 2017 3 ROSENFELD’S JEWISH DELI NOW OPEN IN REHOBOTH! 18958 COASTAL HWY. (Next to Wawa at Rt. 24) DISCOUNT FOR FILM FESTIVAL ATTENDEES PRESENT THIS AD AND RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON YOUR ENTIRE CHECK. OFFER GOOD THROUGH APRIL 30, 2017, FOR EAT-IN MEALS ONLY. NOT VALID FOR CARRYOUT ITEMS, OR FOR CATERING. NOT VALID BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 11:00AM -3:00PM. ONE DISCOUNT PER CHECK. THIS OFFER IS GOOD ONLY AT OUR REHOBOTH LOCATION. PLEASE PRESENT AT CONCLUSION OF MEAL. Pre-Festival Film Focus Thursday, March 16 – 7:00 pm Admission: $5 awrence Newman is a meek ordinary Presbyte- A post-film conversation rian who can trace his ancestry back to the 18th with Eric Zakim will L discuss how topics of century. He hasn’t experienced a day of trouble in racism and bigotry in his cautious life until he gets a new pair of glasses the short novel (200 and suddenly everyone, including his own mother, pages) and feature- length film are just as decides he “looks Jewish.” When he and his new timely today as they wife become the focus of his neighbors’ prejudice, were in the 1940s. Newman is faced with a choice—go down as a If you would like to coward or take a chance at becoming the unlike- participate in the discussion, the book is liest of heroes. Set in Brooklyn during the wan- available for purchase ing months of WW ll, Focus is based on the 1945 via the internet or at novel by playwright Arthur Miller. [2001, USA, Runtime: area bookstores. Read more about Prof. Zakim 106 minutes, PG-13] on page 20. This film is hosted by the Hank Smith family and is dedicated to all those who’ve experienced anti-Semitism or prejudice of any kind and to those who refuse to allow an anti-Semitic or racist remark to go unchallenged. March 22–26, 2017 5 In Search of Israeli Cuisine Wednesday, March 22 – 3:30 pm n this gastronomical expedition through the Imost dynamic food scene in the world, celeb- rity restaurateur, Michael Solomonov returns to his homeland to put a face on the food culture of Israel. From street markets and family kitchens to some of the most elite eateries in Tel Aviv, the film- maker follows Michael as he discusses traditions, ingredients, and the origins and future of Israe- li cuisine. Featuring interviews with chefs, home cooks, cheese makers, and vintners from the more than 100 cultures that make up Israel today, this film shows Solomonov is the perfect guide for a culinary adventure. [2016, USA, Runtime: 120 minutes, Not Rated] This film is hosted by Fran and Mike Saltzman. Jointly presented by the Seaside Jewish Community and the Rehoboth Beach Film Society. 6 Rehoboth Beach Jewish Film Festival ISRAELI CUISINE DINNER Wednesday, March 22 – 6:00 pm Location: Fish On Restaurant (17300 N. Village Main Blvd, Lewes) Cost: $55 (includes gratuity)* $65 (includes gratuity and admission to afternoon screening of In Search of Israeli Cuisine)* Enjoy a dinner that explores the taste of authentic flavors of Israeli’s cultural heritage at Fish On. The chef will prepare family style tapas that are sure to stimulate your taste buds. Come with a friend or meet new friends as you share a delicious dinner and conversation. Seating is limited so reservations are required. Purchase online at www.rehobothfilm.com or by calling 302-645-9095, extension 1. Please note that all tickets are non-refundable. Local artists Yona Zucker and Renata Price will have their artwork on display and available for purchase. Yona will exhibit her unique Judaica pieces fashioned from stained glass. Renata will present her complex Jewish themed oil and acrylic works along with prints and greeting cards (cash or check only). Three silent auction items will be offered for bidding at the dinner and throughout the festival (see page 3 for details). Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking will be available for purchase. This wonderful cookbook showcases the melting-pot cooking of Israeli cuisine and was a James Beard Book of the Year and Best International Cookbook in 2016. Just 25 copies will be available, complete with book- plates signed by both authors. Cost is $25 (cash or check only). *Note: At the time of printing of the program, alcohol beverages will be on a cash bar basis. March 22–26, 2017 7 Fever at Dawn Thursday, March 23 – 4:00 pm hen 25-year-old Mikos, recently released Wfrom a concentration camp, is told he has six months to live, he refuses to accept his progno- sis.
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