Movies and TvShows featuring "american-jew" theme.

In an alternative history, an American Nazi sympathizer becomes president and causes tensions to rise in an American Jewish family in New Jersey during World War II.

This TV show dives deep into the infamous case of Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier and convicted sex offender who was accused of running a sex trafficking ring involving underage girls. It uncovers the web of corruption and abuse surrounding Epstein, including his connections to powerful individuals and the controversial plea deal he received.

It follows the rise and fall of the American financier and ponzi schemer: Madoff.

Oppenheimer is a TV mini-series that tells the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American physicist who played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. The series explores Oppenheimer's life and work at Los Alamos, New Mexico, where he led the Manhattan Project, as well as the personal and ethical challenges he faced. Set in the 1930s and 1940s, Oppenheimer provides a captivating glimpse into the fascinating world of nuclear physics and its potential for destruction.

Discover how Oppenheimer's brilliance, hubris, and relentless drive altered the course of war forever.

Untouchable (2019) is a documentary film that explores the rise and fall of a prominent Hollywood film producer and his acts of sexual harassment and abuse. It delves into his influence in the industry and the impact of the #MeToo movement. The film sheds light on the psychopathic behavior and brutality of the producer, as well as the bravery of the victims who came forward to share their stories.

Howl is a biographical drama that tells the story of Allen Ginsberg, an American poet who gained fame for his unconventional and controversial writing style. The movie focuses on the obscenity trial of Ginsberg's poem 'Howl' and explores themes of freedom of speech, homosexuality, and censorship. Set in post-World War II USA, the film provides a glimpse into the counterculture movement and the beat generation. Through interviews, poetry readings, and animated sequences, Howl offers an intimate look at Ginsberg's life and the societal challenges he faced.

J. Robert Oppenheimer, a physics professor known for creating the atomic bomb during WWII. He witnessed the first atomic bomb detonation in New Mexico in 1945. This film examines Oppenheimer's life, from his early years to his involvement with nuclear physics and his later advocacy for nuclear weapons controls, with interviews and insights from those who knew him and impacted by his legacy.

Where's My Roy Cohn? is a documentary that explores the life and career of Roy Cohn, an influential and manipulative American lawyer. The film delves into his role as a mob lawyer, his influence in American politics, and his controversial tactics. It also touches on his personal life, including his closeted homosexuality. With interviews and archival footage, this documentary provides a comprehensive look at the life of a complex and controversial figure.

Jerry Lewis: The Man Behind the Clown is a documentary that delves into the fascinating life and career of Jerry Lewis, the legendary comedian and actor. From his humble beginnings as a lonely child to his rise to fame in the entertainment industry, the film explores Lewis' unique comedic style, eccentricity, and his significant contributions to show business. It also delves into his personal life, including his mentor-protege relationship with Dean Martin, his success as a film director, and his lasting impact on the world of comedy.

This film discusses the effect on how major American films in Hollywood were influenced by the Eastern European Jewish culture that most of the major movie moguls who controlled the studios shared. Through clips of various films, the filmmakers illustrate the dominant themes like that of the outsider, the outspoken American patriotism, and rooting for the underdog in society.

A documentary exploring the life and career of influential lawyer Roy Cohn, known for his connection to the mob and his controversial actions.

Arthur Miller: Writer is a documentary film that explores the life and work of the renowned American playwright, Arthur Miller. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal writings, the film delves into Miller's experiences, influences, and the impact of his plays on American theater.

A documentary about the creation of the atomic bomb and its aftermath, focusing on the Manhattan Project and the moral implications of nuclear weapons.

Journalist Ivy Meeropol makes her directorial debut with Heir to an Execution, a personal documentary exploring the execution of her biological grandparents: Julius and Ethel Rosenberg. In 1953, the Rosenbergs were put to death by the U.S. government with the charge of conspiracy to commit wartime espionage. Their orphaned young children were adopted by the Meeropol family, who raised them with the belief that their real parents were innocent. After working as a magazine reporter and political speechwriter for much of her career, director Meeropol conducted her own intimate investigation of her grandparents. The film includes commentary from the Rosenbergs' friend Morton Sobell (also convicted, but released from prison in 1969) and the director's father, Michael Meeropol. Produced by filmmaker Marc Levin, Heir to an Execution was shown at the Sundance Film Festival in 2004 as part of the documentary competition

Experience the untold story of American Jews who fought alongside their compatriots and played a pivotal role in World War II, fighting against anti-Semitism and becoming GI heroes.

Orphan turns bad, finds redemption with some help from boyhood pal. This movie is of interest because of the presence of a young Steve McQueen, the leading man being John Drew Barrymore, father of the more famous Drew, and for being based on a novel by Harold Robbins, famous for steamy writing in his day.

Mark Zuckerberg was only just 19 when he built Facebook - the social media giant, out of his small Harvard campus dorm room, and changed the world and the internet forever. Facebook has thrived for more than a decade, after an extraordinary growth in size and influence. By connecting people, building community and bringing the world closer together, he has succeeded far and wide, and has built an empire. The Internet entrepreneur, and tech innovator became the planet's youngest billionaire at 23, and created one of the world's most popular social network. Along with Amazon, Google, Apple, and Microsoft, Facebook is one of the Big Five companies in the US tech industry. The young genius connected people in ways never thought possible. In 2021, his net worth is estimated at $96 billion. Take a journey into how Mark Zuckerberg built the giant that has that has changed billions of lives and the way people interact with the world.

Follow the life of a young Jewish girl as she navigates her way through the challenges of growing up in Iowa, while staying true to her cultural and religious roots. This heartfelt documentary delves into the struggles, triumphs, and unique experiences of being a Jewish American in the middle of the heartland.

Brownsville Black and White is the story of sixty years of Black/Jewish relations in the Brooklyn Community of Brownsville. The film is a poignant examination of group cooperation, urban change and social conflict as told through the personal histories of those who lived there. Brownsville is the first of two films dealing with inter-ethnic relations in the U.S., left unfinished after the untimely death of the director Richard Broadman. A small group of friends and colleagues completed the film after his death.