New York Jewish Film Festival 2005

The Jewish Museum and The Film Society of Lincoln Center invite you to experience an international celebration of cinematic creativity. At the New York Jewish Film Festival (NYJFF), you can attend a world premiere – or enjoy a classic dating back more than 60 years. You can take pleasure in the work of a well-known director – or introduce yourself to an emerging talent. You can see the renaissance in Israeli filmmaking, or watch American documentary makers portraying cherished family rituals. You can be among the first film fans to see high-quality cinematic works – like last year’s Hiding and Seeking: Faith and Tolerance After the Holocaust; Almost Peaceful; Alila; and James’ Journey to Jerusalem – that went on to popular commercial release. It’s all about modern Jewish identity, at once serious and playful, reflective, and full of joy. So join us as we take a 16-day cinematic trip to, among other places, Paris, Buenos Aires, Tel Aviv, Uzbekistan, and Central Park.

Selection Committee: Rachel Chanoff, independent curator, chair, film festival selection committee; Stuart Klawans, film critic, The Nation; Richard Peña, program director, The Film Society of Lincoln Center; Aviva Weintraub, director of media and public programs, The Jewish Museum; and Livia Bloom, film festival coordinator, The Jewish Museum.