Black Over White. The concert in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is not just another performance by the band Idan Raichel Project, but also, a return to the homeland of two of the Project’s lead singers. Through music, the group reconnects with their own identities.
Go in Peace, Rain. The haunting ancient prayer – Go in Peace, Rain – said at the end of the rainy season, reveals a shocking similarity to the Hatikvah, the national anthem of Israel. Throughout the fascinating journey, the richness and depth of music and liturgy across the spectrum of Jewish culture is explored.
Gut Shabbes Vietnam. A clash of cultures is at the core of this uplifting film. A young Israeli couple who are emissaries of the Chabad Movement are sent to Vietnam. It’s a one-way ticket to encourage and create a Jewish community in this Communist country.
Jews of Memphis. This film taps into 150 years of Jewish history in the city of Memphis, bringing us the stories of the time since before the Civil War, when the vibrant Jewish community of Memphis has made profound contributions to the life of this important Mid-American City.
Match and Marry. This humorous documentary offers a fresh and and heart-warming look into matchmaking in the Orthodox community, a tradition that dates back thousands of years. Featuring first-hand commentaries from the matchmakers and the couples they set up.
Stalin’s Forgotten Zion. When Stalin created a Jewish homeland, Jews from around the world flocked to Siberia, instead of Palestine! Now, after decades of extreme cold, oppression, poverty, and mass immigration to Israel, a few still insist that Siberia is home.