film review

(Larry Horricks)

‘White Bird’ stars Helen Mirren as a Holocaust survivor who teaches her grandson about kindness

The movie is a spinoff of “Wonder” (2017), a modern-day story about a middle schooler seeking to fit in despite his facial differences.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
05/10/2024

'A World Apart' showcases Italian small-town charm with a heartfelt story of resilience

'A World Apart' tells the heartwarming story of a Roman teacher revitalized by a tiny Italian village’s fight to keep its school open, resonating with today’s challenges.

 JUNE SQUIBB and Fred Hechinger in ‘Thelma.’

'Thelma': A movie that will ride off with your heart

Thelma is a touching and entertaining story about what getting old is like for many people, with real laughs and moving moments.

Movie ‘Last Summer’ brings viewers on a journey of an illicit and immoral relationship

The movie is the story of an illicit and immoral relationship, the kind that once upon a time was winked at when the younger person was a male teenager but is now viewed as a criminal offense.

  A scene from the joint Israeli-Iranian film ‘Tatami.’

'Tatami': A history-making film raising support for Iranian women

Tatami tells a gripping, suspenseful story that could come from today’s headlines, inspired by the “Woman. Life. Freedom” protests in Iran.  

Highlights from the 41st Jerusalem Film Festival: debuts, diverse voices, and emerging talents

Amid regional tensions, the 41st Jerusalem Film Festival showcased vibrant new Israeli cinema, from debut films to innovative storytelling.

‘Rabbi Capoeira’: A movie mixing ultra-Orthodox and martial arts

The film is showing throughout July and August at theaters in the Lev Cinemas chain and other venues around the country.

‘Thai-Land’: The story of Thai workers in Israel

'Thai-Land' is a well-crafted story and beautifully photographed story about two communities whose lives intersect in strange and sad ways.

‘Cat’s Luck,’ part of a wave of new Israeli comedies, officially hits theaters

These movies are not meant for sophisticated audiences, and few English speakers ever see them. When Israeli movies go to international film festivals, the comedies almost always stay home.

A funny and truthful 'Weekend Rebels'

Nothing less than a heartfelt, feel-good memoir based on a touching true story.

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