Jesus of Nazareth is a TV mini-series that portrays the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, including his birth, his ministry, his crucifixion, and his resurrection. It delves into the political and religious climate of Roman-occupied Judea, depicting the challenges and conflicts faced by Jesus and his followers.
Stacy and Lydia are best friends who have always dreamed of having amazing Bat Mitzvahs. However, their plans take a comedic turn when a popular boy and middle school drama threaten both their friendship and their coming-of-age celebration.
Disobedience is a drama and romance movie set in an Orthodox Jewish community in London. The film tells the story of two childhood friends, Ronit and Esti, who reunite after many years of separation. Their friendship turns into a passionate lesbian relationship, challenging the traditions and expectations of their community. As their love grows, they must face the consequences and hardships of their forbidden relationship.
A psychotherapist finds himself held prisoner by a serial killer who demands he help him curb his homicidal urges.
The Tin Drum is a drama set in Germany during the time of World War II. It follows the story of Oskar Matzerath, a boy who decides to stop growing at the age of three. Against the backdrop of Nazi Germany, Oskar witnesses the rise of fascism and deals with personal turmoil, including infidelity, murder, and his own unique abilities.
In the American South, a 72-year-old Jewish widow named Daisy Werthan accidentally crashes her car. Her son insists she hire a chauffeur, leading her to meet Hoke Coleburn. Despite initial resistance due to racism, their relationship grows over time. They navigate racial tensions, personal struggles, and changes in society together. Over the years, Hoke becomes Daisy's closest friend. As Daisy's health declines, they continue to support each other until their final encounter.
The Believer is the story of a young Jewish man who becomes a self-hating, anti-Semitic Skinhead. As he rises in the ranks of a loosely organized group, he struggles with his beliefs, his heritage, and his deep-rooted self-loathing. His involvement in a plot to bomb a synagogue forces him to confront his inner demons and make a choice that could change his life forever.
Marshall follows the early career of Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice. Set in the 1940s, the movie explores Marshall's journey as a young lawyer representing an African-American chauffeur accused of assaulting his wealthy white employer in Greenwich, Connecticut. The case becomes a national sensation, testing the limits of Marshall's belief in justice and equality. Alongside a reluctant Jewish lawyer, Marshall faces prejudice and racism as they work together to uncover the truth and fight against racial discrimination.
FBI agent Malcolm Turner goes undercover as Big Momma, a nanny in a wealthy family, to find a computer virus that could endanger national security. While dealing with the challenges of impersonating a woman and taking care of the family's children, Malcolm must also uncover the identity of a rogue cop. Hilarious situations ensue as Big Momma tries to balance her undercover job with her personal life.
In this anarchic comedy, a businessman named Victor Pivert is invited to a wedding in Paris. However, chaos ensues when he is mistaken for a rabbi and gets kidnapped by a group of revolutionaries. To escape, he disguises himself as a rabbi and hilarity ensues as he navigates through various comical situations.
Anne Frank: The Whole Story is a TV mini-series that tells the tragic tale of Anne Frank, a Dutch-Jewish teenage girl, who along with her family, went into hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. The story follows Anne's life in hiding, her struggles, dreams, and hopes, as well as the harsh realities of life during the Holocaust. It portrays the unimaginable hardships, the constant fear, and the ultimate tragedy faced by Anne and millions of others during this dark period of history.
Keeping the Faith is a romantic comedy about two best friends, a priest named Brian and a rabbi named Jake, who fall in love with the same woman, Anna. As they navigate their feelings for her, they also struggle with their respective religious commitments and the challenges that come with them.
In The Jazz Singer, a young Jewish man named Jakie Rabinowitz wants to break free from his family's restrictive traditions and follow his passion for jazz singing. Despite his father's disapproval, Jakie leaves home and embarks on a journey to become a successful performer. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and conflicts, including struggles with his identity, conflicts with his domineering mother, and the pressure to conform to societal norms. Ultimately, Jakie must confront his own fears and make difficult choices that test his loyalty to both his family and his dreams.
Larry Gopnik, a Midwestern physics teacher, faces a series of unexpected events that result in the unraveling of his life. Despite his search for meaning and answers amidst the chaos, he finds himself sinking deeper into turmoil.
Avalon is a semi-autobiographical movie about the life of a Jewish immigrant family in 1940s Baltimore. It explores themes of family, nostalgia, and the challenges of assimilation into American society. The story follows the family's experiences, including the patriarch's struggles to maintain traditional values, the relationships between different family members, and the changing dynamics of the neighborhood.
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.
Cabaret is a drama musical set in 1930s Berlin during the Weimar Republic, a time of political unrest and the rise of Nazi ideology. The story follows an entertainer named Sally Bowles, a master of ceremonies at the Kit Kat Klub, and her complex relationships with a British writer and a German man. As the political climate deteriorates, their lives are affected by the rise of the Hitler Youth, anti-semitism, and the increasing control of the Nazi Party.
In 16th-century Prague, a rabbi creates a giant creature called the Golem to protect the Jewish community from persecution. However, the Golem goes out of control, leading to destruction and chaos in the city.
Keeping Up with the Steins is a comedy film that tells the story of a 13-year-old boy's bar mitzvah and the various challenges and conflicts that arise within his family. As they prepare for the big event, the family members find themselves navigating their own personal dramas and trying to meet the high expectations set for them. With themes of family, tradition, and coming of age, the film offers a humorous and heartfelt portrayal of the complexities of modern Jewish life.
Norman Oppenheimer, a small-time New York fixer, befriends an Israeli politician who later becomes the Prime Minister. Norman's life takes a dramatic turn as he navigates the world of politics, power, and deception.