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Crimes and Misdemeanors tells the story of a successful ophthalmologist who hires a hitman to murder his mistress, and a documentary filmmaker struggling with his guilty conscience. The movie explores the complex moral dilemmas faced by the characters and questions the concept of justice. Parallel storylines intertwine to depict the stark contrast between crime and misdemeanors.

When a diamond dealer is murdered, a tough female police officer goes undercover in a Hasidic Jewish community in New York City to find the killer. As she navigates the cultural differences and uncovers the truth, she must confront her own biases and prejudices.

In war-torn Poland during World War II, Irena Sendler, a social worker, risks her life to save Jewish children from the Holocaust. She creates a network to hide them in Christian homes and leads a daring operation to rescue them from the Warsaw Ghetto.

When Do We Eat? is a comedy that follows a dysfunctional Jewish family as they come together for their Passover celebration. The festivities take an unexpected turn when a series of events, including drug use and hallucinations, cause tensions and secrets to be revealed. As the night progresses, the family must confront their issues and strive for reconciliation.

The Chosen is a coming-of-age story about a young Hasidic Jewish boy, Reuven Malter, living in Brooklyn. It explores his relationships with his father, his friendship with a Orthodox Jew and the challenges he faces as a teenager in a conflicted world.

Marjorie is a young Jewish woman who dreams of becoming an actress. She spends her summer working at a camp and falls in love with Noel, the camp's playwright. However, Marjorie's family disapproves of the relationship and pressures her to settle down with a more suitable man. As she navigates the expectations of society and her own desires, Marjorie learns about love, self-respect, and the importance of following her dreams.

A retelling of the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, based on the idea that he was a black man whose death was a racially motivated hate crime.

Ruben, a Frenchman living in Finland, has a complicated life filled with family drama and unexpected situations. From dealing with a dysfunctional family to finding himself in a series of comic misadventures, Ruben's journey takes him on a hilarious rollercoaster ride of chaos and unexpected love.

Protocols of Zion is a documentary that delves into the conspiracy theories and anti-Semitic propaganda surrounding the forged document 'The Protocols of the Elders of Zion'. The film explores the historical origins of the document, its dissemination and impact on society, and the perpetuation of anti-Semitic stereotypes and prejudices.

Josh is on track at law school and a place at his father's firm. As his family prepares for their traditional Passover celebrations, Josh hits a brick wall in the form of the alluring and troubled -and not quite Jewish enough- Cheryth. As things heat up at the dorm and at home, Josh is suddenly questioning his faith, his father and his future. Passion and new love collide with family values and the demands of tradition.

Trembling Before G-d is a powerful documentary that explores the experiences of LGBT individuals who face intense prejudice and discrimination within the Orthodox Jewish community. The film delves into topics such as faith, homosexuality, self-doubt, and religious intolerance, shedding light on the challenges faced by those who try to reconcile their sexual orientation with their religious beliefs. The documentary highlights the stories of individuals who grapple with their identity, navigate cultural expectations, and strive to find acceptance within their communities.

The oldest son in an orthodox Jewish family is living at home (in Brooklyn) with his parents and younger brothers. He's being pressured by his parents to marry the girl they have chosen, (the daughter of a rabbi). But he is coming to the realization that he is gay. When he becomes reacquainted with a school hood friend that has moved into Greenwich Village and come out (at least to himself), our hero begins to come out to himself as well.

After giving birth, Joyce attempts to regain her position as a filmmaker while also caring for her new baby. The changes to both her and her husband’s professional lives are remarkable and frustrating. The new parents love the baby but must recognize the limitations she puts on their careers.

A first century rabbi, Yehuda (Nick Mancuso), finds his true calling when he decides to follow in the footsteps of a certain Jesus of Nazareth and spread his Good Word. But in the year after Jesus' crucifixion, it's not so easy to persuade others to listen to his teachings, let alone believe that they had a hand in hurting the Son of God. During Passover, Yehuda slowly makes his people understand the meaning of what transpired 12 months before.