We are pleased to present a selection of films from this year’s festival which took place in London in November. Spanning continents, genres and subjects, this range of films aims to spark discussion and encourage understanding. For further information on the festival, see www.ukjewishfilmfestival.org.uk Please note: The dates for CHANNELS OF RAGE and KEEP NOT SILENT have changed since the January Listings. CHANNELS OF RAGE will be screened on Wed 1 Feb and KEEP NOT SILENT will be screened on Thu 2 Feb.
Previously in this Festival
Cinema
Song of Songs
Devoutly religious Ruth returns from Israel to North London to look after her dying mother. When she tries to bring her estranged brother back into…
Cinema
Watermarks
A documentary which looks at the incredible history and achievements of the women’s swim team of legendary Viennese Jewish sports club Hakoah, founded in 1909…
Cinema
Channels of Rage
Subliminal, a proud Zionist rapper, is described in the local rap scene as the “reinventor of the Hebrew language
Cinema
Keep Not Silent
In this powerful documentary, 3 Orthodox women fight for self-fulfilment and acceptance within their homes and communities - as religious Jewish women and lesbians.
Cinema
On The Objection Front
In 2002, at the height of the Intifada, 614 Israeli combat soldiers signed a petition in which they declared their refusal to serve in the…
