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AJFF 2019
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival jurors chose winners in six categories.
March 6, 2019, 1:25 pm
The AJFF Winners Are…
With the addition of the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 2019 was a game changer for the AJFF, which attracted more than 38,000 moviegoers to venues across Atlanta.
By Eddie Samuels
From left: Steve Keilin, Jason Smith, Mayor Rusty Paul and City Councilman Andy Bauman enjoy the acoustics at the venue.
March 6, 2019, 1:15 pm
Film Festival Finale Brings Tasty Treats
“Chewdaism: A Taste of Jewish Montreal,” embodied the gastronomic and cultural mood from the closing night movie of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
“The Tale” tells the story of a middle-aged woman, played by Laura Dern, coming to terms with her sexual abuse as a child.
February 27, 2019, 11:55 am
‘The Tale:’ A Challenging Film About A Difficult Subject
Jennifer Fox, "The Tale's" director-writer exclusive interview about how her true-life story of sexual abuse at the age of 13 by 40-year-old coach inspired this movie.
By Bob Bahr
Photos courtesy of Adam Hirsch // The Tuesday morning gatherings create more than 10,000 bureka pastries for the synagogue’s Chanukah bazaar.
February 27, 2019, 11:53 am
The Bureka Ladies of Or VeShalom Maintain Tradition
Famed anthropologist Ruth Behar stopped by Congregation Or VeShalom and was gifted six frozen bureka pastries.
By Bob Bahr
Eli Batalion and Jamie Elman explore the Jewish food delights of their native Montreal in “Chewdaism.”
February 27, 2019, 11:49 am
Chewdaism Comedy Closes Out AJFF
“Chewdaism: A Taste of Jewish Montreal,” closed out the 19th annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival with two screenings at the Byers Theatre in Sandy Springs.
By Bob Bahr
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center at City Springs.
February 22, 2019, 8:08 am
AJFF Movie Cancelled After Faulty Fire Alarm
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center's faulty alarm left 600 festival-goers in limbo, rescheduled showings just released.
By Eddie Samuels
Photos of Perlman courtesy of AJFF // Violinist Itzhak Perlman performed with pianist Rohan De Silva.
February 20, 2019, 2:35 pm
Perlman Got Icon Award; Winner Cinched the Deal
Renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman commanded the sold-out Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center concert stage with his mesmerizing arco and pizzicato finger dancing.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Avi Nesher has directed more than 40 films in his long and distinguished career.
February 20, 2019, 2:15 pm
Israeli Director Explores Israeli Fears
Avi Nesher is one of Israel’s most popular and most respected directors. His most recent film, “The Other Story,” had five screenings at this year’s Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Bob Bahr
Gilda Radner and Gene Wilder were married for seven years before she died.
February 13, 2019, 2:19 pm
‘Love, Gilda’ Looks at Love in All the Right Places
Lisa D’Apolito’s documentary film, which is being screened at this year’s Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, is a loving tribute to the spirit of Gilda Radner.
By Bob Bahr
AJFF's new home in Sandy Springs is new $223 million dollar City Springs complex. 17 days of screenings are scheduled at new Sandy Springs theater. (AJFF/Caroline Brackette)
February 13, 2019, 2:16 pm
Sandy Springs Rolls Out Red Carpet for AJFF
The latest venue for one of the world’s largest Jewish film festivals is classy and luxurious.
By Bob Bahr
Photos courtesy of Heidi Morton // Gala Chair Martha Jo Katz admires the color-laden room and throng of patrons. Pictured here with Kenny Blank, AJFF executive director.
February 13, 2019, 11:50 am
Patrons Walk the Red Carpet and See the World on Film
The opening night gala for the 19-year-old Atlanta Jewish Film Festival greeted in-crowders and movie aficionados at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Photo by Willy Sanjuan/AP // Rosenman will be in Atlanta to introduce his movie “Shepherd: The Story of a Jewish Dog,” an age-appropriate tale about the Holocaust.
February 6, 2019, 3:08 pm
Oscar-Winning Rosenman ‘Produces’ Atlanta Ties
Outspoken and outrageous, Oscar-winning Hollywood producer Howard Rosenman heads to Atlanta as a judge for the AJFF.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Photo by Lisa Marie Mazzucco of Itzhak Perlman.
January 30, 2019, 12:11 pm
Violinst Perlman Readies for Icon Award and Concert
Renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman is coming to Atlanta Feb. 16 as part of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival to perform and receive the AJFF Icon Award.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
January 23, 2019, 3:16 pm
Lights, Camera, Action
AJT previews this year's Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, which invites attendees to "See the World on Film."
January 23, 2019, 3:00 pm
Gilda’s Community Serves Atlanta Cancer Patients
When famed comedian Gilda Radner was struggling with the fight of her life against ovarian cancer, she reluctantly visited The Wellness Center in Santa Monica.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
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