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Fan rabbis lined up to pose with Modi. (From left) Dena Schusterman, Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman, Rabbi Chaim Listfield, Modi (in burgundy suit), Rabbi Joshua Heller.
December 27, 2023, 10:51 am
MODI Live! Alive with Moshiach Energy
Atlanta fans were drowning in laughter by MODI's “truth telling” of dozens of topics about Jewish customs and experiences.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Closing night is a documentary about the composer and lyricist Charles Fox, left.
January 11, 2023, 10:22 am
AJFF Returning to Theaters
Kenny Blank, executive director of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, shares plans for the festival that begins Feb. 8.
By Bob Bahr
The cast of the National Tour of TOOTSIE. Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade.
January 13, 2022, 12:58 pm
‘Tootsie’ the Musical Plays Gender-Bending for Laughs
The Tony award-winning musical opens Jan. 25th at The Fox Theatre in Atlanta.
By Bob Bahr
February 25, 2021, 1:42 pm
The 5781 Purim Gazette
Our annual Purim spiel from professor Essie Fresser offers news on the latest burping remedy, alternative vehicles for hire, and sticky archeological discovery.
By Essie Fresser
Michael Che makes a joke about Israel's vaccine rollout on Saturday Night Live on Feb. 20, 2021. (YouTube)
February 22, 2021, 5:25 pm
The AJC Wants ‘Saturday Night Live’ to Apologize for Vaccine Joke
Joke on Weekend Update suggested Israel is only vaccinating Jews
By RON KAMPEAS
January 29, 2021, 2:26 pm
AJFF Intro: Howie Mandel: But Enough About Me
Lovingly directed by biography documentarian Barry Avrich, “But Enough About Me” is a touching look at a man who uses humor to cope with a world that terrifies him.
By Jason Evans
January 29, 2021, 2:25 pm
AJFF Intro: Shiva Baby
Not your everyday shiva. “Shiva Baby,” written and directed by Emma Seligman, is a satirical comedy filled with a cast of characters awkwardly interacting at a shiva.
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
Sacha Baron Cohen chose Temple Kol Emeth for a scene in his new movie.
November 5, 2020, 4:14 pm
Temple Kol Emeth Featured in New Borat Film
Marietta synagogue achieves momentary fame in memorable scene featuring Holocaust survivor.
By Bob Bahr
September 24, 2020, 4:06 pm
It’s A Pundemic
10 actual virus-related jokes from the internet to make you smile and give you a laugh, something we all need every day, according to columnist Allen Lipis.
By Allen H. Lipis
Seth Rogen plays a Russian-Jewish immigrant and his own great-grandson in 'An American Pickle.' (Courtesy HBO)
August 7, 2020, 7:02 am
‘An American Pickle’ is Half-Sour, Still Charming Bite of Jewish Magical Realism
Streaming August 6 on HBO Max, Seth Rogen’s new caper features a surprisingly powerful performance by the comedian/producer. With significant shortcomings, it still has moments.
By JORDAN HOFFMAN
Jerry Farber’s 82nd birthday benefit can be viewed on YouTube.
June 16, 2020, 3:58 pm
Jerry Farber Still Giving Himself as Birthday Gift
Farber's 82nd birthday celebration, available to watch on YouTube, benefits ALS sufferers.
By Bob Bahr
January 10, 2020, 6:47 am
AJFF Unveils Diverse 2020 Lineup
Check out the lineup for the 20th annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Bob Bahr
Jojo’s imaginary Hitler is a part of a conversation he has with his mother.
November 13, 2019, 3:52 pm
‘Jojo Rabbit’ Is a Unique World War II Drama
The new film, “Jojo Rabbit,” which is now playing in a number of Atlanta theaters, works hard to create a likable production in the least likely of places.
By Bob Bahr
Leonard Cohen and his relationship with the subject of his song, “So Long, Marianne” is the focus of a new documentary.
July 24, 2019, 11:46 am
Jewish Culture This Week
If you’re looking for culture in Atlanta, you’ll find it in two productions of iconic Jewish performers shown at local theaters.
By Bob Bahr
Local film producer David Lewis introduced the film and spoke of its humor.
June 26, 2019, 10:30 am
‘Tel Aviv on Fire’ an Even-Handed Offender?
On June 19, “Tel Aviv on Fire” smoldered and blazed at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center put on by the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
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