Finding Your Roots is a documentary-style television series that uses genealogy and genetics to trace the ancestry of celebrities and everyday people. Each episode focuses on a different individual and explores their family history, often uncovering surprising and emotional stories along the way.
Set in the 1920s and 1930s, the movie follows a young Jewish girl who escapes Russia and finds herself in England and France. Along the way, she experiences the trials of war, the challenges of romance, and the struggle to find her place in the world.
An American Tail follows the story of Fievel Mousekewitz, a young mouse who gets separated from his family during their immigration to America. Fievel must navigate the dangers of New York City and face adversity in his search for his loved ones.
The Club is a gripping drama set in 1950s Istanbul, focusing on the lives of nightclub performers and the social issues they face. It delves into themes of love, female empowerment, oppression, and tragedy. The story follows a strong female character who reunites with her estranged father, a male singer, and uncovers dark secrets from her traumatic childhood. Flashbacks to the 1960s reveal the tragedy of a pogrom and the struggles of an oppressed minority. Murder, forbidden love, and the pursuit of justice intertwine in this captivating TV show.
Fiddler on the Roof is a musical that follows Tevye, a Jewish milkman, as he struggles to balance his traditions with the changing world around him. Set in early 1900s Ukraine, Tevye must contend with religious persecution, economic hardships, and the challenges of raising a family. Through all the trials and tribulations, Tevye's love for his family and his devotion to his cultural heritage shine through, making Fiddler on the Roof a heartwarming and timeless tale.
During World War II, a carpenter unwittingly becomes the assistant to a mentally disabled Jewish woman who is being targeted by the Nazis.
A Tale of Love and Darkness tells the story of a young boy growing up in Jerusalem during the early years of the Israeli state. As he witnesses the turmoil and hardships caused by the Arab-Israeli conflict, he also struggles with the grief of losing his mother and the depression that consumes him. Through self-punishment and a deep connection to literature, he navigates the complexities of his own identity and the history that shapes his world.
The Rabbi's Cat is a humorous and enchanting animated movie that follows the adventures of a cat in a Jewish community in Algeria. The cat, who gains the ability to speak after swallowing a parrot, embarks on a journey with his owner, a rabbi, and encounters various challenges and discoveries along the way. The movie explores themes of inter-religious relationships, racism, family relationships, colonialism, and the clash between religion and science.
Ulrich Mühe plays a German businessman who was born completely without scruples. This makes him an eminently suitable candidate for success in the chaotic years after World War I. The shameless man's story is contrasted with that of his polar opposite, a Jewish anarchist.
A critical and objective look back at Ukraine's tumultuous and tragic history, from its mythical founding in the 10th century to the Russian invasion in 2022.
Parisian authorities clash with the Front de Libération Nationale (FLN) in director Alain Tasma’s recounting of one of the darkest moments of the Algerian War of Independence. As the war wound to a close and violence persisted in the streets of Paris, the FLN and its supporters adopted the tactic of murdering French policemen in hopes of forcing a withdrawal. When French law enforcement retaliated by brutalizing Algerians and imposing a strict curfew, the FLN organizes a peaceful demonstration that drew over 11,000 supporters, resulting in an order from the Paris police chief to take brutal countermeasures. Told through the eyes of both French policemen as well as Algerian protestors, Tasma’s film attempts to get to the root of the tragedy by presenting both sides of the story.
Tevye is a dairyman in the Russian Ukraine early in the 20th century. He lives in a cabin outside Boyberik with his wife Goldie, his widowed daughter Tseytl, her two children, and his younger daughter, the unmarried Khave. Khave is being courted by Fedya, a Christian, the son of a local government official. Tevye warns Khave against romance and marriage outside her faith, but Fedya is persuasive too. What will Khave decide, how will Tevye react, and when the Tsar initiates a pogrom, will Tevye's friends come to his defense? Can the stubborn Tevye reconcile his heart and tradition?
Into the Arms of Strangers: Stories of the Kindertransport is a documentary that tells the story of the Kindertransport rescue mission, which transported thousands of Jewish children from Nazi-occupied territories to safety in England during World War II. The film focuses on the experiences and memories of the survivors, recounting their journeys, the challenges they faced, and the impact the Kindertransport had on their lives. It explores themes of resilience, hope, and the enduring power of human kindness in the face of darkness and intolerance.
In the midst of a war-torn country, a woman's life is forever changed as she experiences the horrors of genocide, rape, and mass-murder.
The House of Rothschild is a biographical drama that tells the story of the rise of the Rothschild family, a Jewish banking dynasty, and their struggles against anti-Semitism and prejudice.
Endless Corridor is a documentary that delves into the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict in the 1990s, specifically focusing on the tragic events that occurred in the town of Khojaly. It explores the massacres of Muslim Azerbaijanis, the Armenian war crimes, and the ongoing tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Images of Argentinian companies and factories in the first light of day, seen from the inside of a car, while the director reads out documents in voiceover that reveals the collusion of the same concerns in the military dictatorship’s terror.
Militant bodyguards carry out the assassination of the Indian Prime Minister in 1984.
The Goebbels Experiment is a documentary that delves into the life of Paul Joseph Goebbels, the minister of propaganda in Nazi Germany. Through his diaries, speeches, and interviews, the film explores Goebbels' rise to power, his role in promoting Nazi ideology, and the psychological warfare tactics he employed. It also sheds light on his family relationships, delusions, and the impact of his propaganda on society. The documentary provides a comprehensive look into the life of one of the key figures of the Nazi regime.