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Emily Blunt is a television weather personality possessed by a strange force she doesn’t easily understand.
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‘Disclosure Day’ is a Film of Dueling Dybbuks
By Bob Bahr
Mind control takes stage center in Steven Spielberg’s new production.
Emily Blunt is a television weather personality possessed by a strange force she doesn’t easily understand.
July 15, 2026, 10:26 am
‘Disclosure Day’ is a Film of Dueling Dybbuks
Mind control takes stage center in Steven Spielberg’s new production.
By Bob Bahr
Lance and Brandon Kramer, who made “Holding Liat,” appeared at the recent Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
April 1, 2026, 10:22 am
Jewish Film Festivals Seen as Important for Messaging
Albi, a relatively new organization set to change the relationship between Palestinians and Jewish Israelis, was an active participant in the recent Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Bob Bahr
The French film, “Lucky Star,” treads a narrow line between humor and tragedy in France early in World War II.
February 11, 2026, 10:43 am
Bernstein and Bahr’s Best Bets at AJFF
Six choices from the 49 narrative films and documentaries at this year’s festival.
By Bob Bahr and Matthew H. Bernstein
The opening night film is “Once Upon My Mother,” a story of how one mother fights for the future of her disabled son.
February 11, 2026, 10:43 am
AJFF Returns with Another Strong Lineup
Forty-nine films are scheduled, with four programs of shorts at four theaters around the community.
By Bob Bahr
Timothée Chalamet dominates the title role in this entertaining film.
December 31, 2025, 12:08 am
‘Marty Supreme’ is A Fast-Paced Dramatic Delight
The film, which opened recently, is well acted and well put together.
By Bob Bahr
Clila Bau, Lee Tanenbaum, director Sean McNamara, and Hadasa Bau at the Los Angeles premiere of “Bau, Artist at War,” at the Museum of Tolerance on Sept. 21.
December 10, 2025, 10:38 am
Joseph & Rebecca Bau’s Love Story Captured in Film
Joseph Bau fought the Nazis with wit and ink. Now, his Tel Aviv studio — named one of the world's best attractions — faces demolition.
By Compiled by AJT staff
“Eleanor The Great” features strong performances by Erin Kellyman (left) as a young woman who has just lost her mother, and June Squibb as someone who has seen her closest friend die suddenly.
October 16, 2025, 10:44 am
‘Eleanor The Great’ is an Impressive Film
With a strong cast and a capable script, Scarlett Johansson makes her directorial debut.
By Bob Bahr
A new Netflix documentary, “Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever,” asks some riveting questions about the nature of our lifespan // Photo Credit: Screen Rant
October 16, 2025, 10:40 am
Is Not Dying an Option?      
A Netflix documentary explores, or at least asks the question, how far could one go with their lifestyle to increase life span?
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
One of the most colorful figures in Jewish sports history, American table tennis legend Marty Reisman serves as the inspiration for “Marty Supreme,” which promises to be a hit movie this holiday season // Photo Credit: United States Table Tennis Hall of Fame social media
September 17, 2025, 10:29 am
New Film Inspired by Jewish Ping Pong Champ
“Marty Supreme,” starring Timothee Chalamet, is loosely based on the life of Marty Reisman.
By David Ostrowsky
David Corenswet is the first Jewish actor to portray Superman.
August 13, 2025, 10:32 am
Superman is Still Flying High
The creation of two Jewish teenagers in the 1930s is one of this summer’s most popular films.
By Bob Bahr
The stars of the closing night film, “Cheers To Life,” as well as the producer and director of the film came from Brazil for the evening’s program.
March 12, 2025, 11:27 am
AJFF Wraps Another Successful Festival
Plans for a 25th anniversary concert in October were announced during closing night program.
By Bob Bahr
Jennifer Grey plays a recently divorced older woman in “A Real Pain.”
November 25, 2024, 10:53 am
Jennifer Grey Co-Stars in ‘A Real Pain’
The one-time star of “Dirty Dancing” is back, older and wiser, in Jesse Eisenberg’s new hit, “A Real Pain.”
By Bob Bahr
Kristen Bell portrays an agnostic non-Jewish woman, who falls for a rabbi, Adam Brody // Photo Credit: Netflix
October 30, 2024, 10:50 am
‘Nobody Wants This’ is a Rom Com on the Edge
Bell and Brody take a chance on love amid struggles with faith and potential in-laws.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
“Thelma” stars veteran actress June Squibb and Richard Roundtree in his final role.
July 17, 2024, 12:54 pm
‘Thelma’ Offers Amusing Take on Elder Fraud
The gentle comedy features some first-class acting in a story that eventually leaves reality behind.
By Bob Bahr
Glowing at their wedding day, fourth wife, Joanne, shared some wild adventures with Charlie. Rabbi Phil Krantz performed the ceremony.
June 26, 2024, 10:59 am
‘Man in Full’ Hits Home for Atlantans
Netflix’s release of the “Man in Full” series leaves us guessing about the real characters so beloved by Atlantans -- even if they were risk takers and “lived life large.”
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
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