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Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
The Supernova Festival was one of more than 20 sites that Hamas attacked on Oct. 7.
Arts & Culture
Supernova Film Captures Gripping Israel Tragedy
By Bob Bahr
Documentary is a graphic and dramatic account of the brutal Oct. 7 attack by Hamas.
March 18, 2020, 12:10 pm
COVID-19: Safeguarding ‘Most Vulnerable Population’
Barring visitors is the most stringent measure that Jewish HomeLife is taking to prevent the spread of the disease. 
By Dave Schechter
Chana Shapiro
March 11, 2020, 4:02 pm
Fur and Subtitles
Chana reflects on her experience at the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Chana Shapiro
The screening of the prize-winning film, “Rewind” featured a lengthy discussion of childhood sexual abuse.
March 11, 2020, 2:08 pm
The AJFF Has Another Great Year
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival wrapped up after a successful run.
By Bob Bahr
Saul & Ruby, To Life!
March 5, 2020, 4:54 pm
AJFF Ends in Rousing Life Affirmation
It was a sentimental farewell to the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival’s 20th year of storytelling Feb. 27 with the premier of the documentary “Saul & Ruby, To Life!”
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
The Temple’s Cantor Deborah Hartman, left, joins Elana Arian in performance at the Music as Midrash class.
February 26, 2020, 4:38 pm
Music as Midrash Shapes Reform Worship
Reform Judaism’s focus on a more personal and participatory musical worship experience was explored earlier this month at The Temple in Atlanta.
By Bob Bahr
The room design by Jim White evoked the glamour of old Hollywood.
February 12, 2020, 9:49 am
AJFF Spotlights Our Shared Heritage
Most poignant at AJFF opening night was the variety of patrons and guests who socialized to affirm the positivity of black-Jewish cooperation and enjoy "Shared Legacies."
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Photos by Tommy Antonino // Behind the scenes photos show the process of making “No Pork on the Fork.” Here, Jody Pollack, in purple, is interviewed by Adam Hirsch, red, and Jacob Ross, blue.
January 29, 2020, 11:57 am
AJFF Short Highlights Kosher BBQ Festival
At the 20th annual film festival “No Pork on the Fork” features the Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival and the conflux of Jewish and Southern cuisines.
By Eddie Samuels
January 29, 2020, 11:46 am
Bahr and Bernstein’s Best Bets
Bob Bahr and Matthew Bernstein share their thoughts on some of the top films of this year's AJFF.
By Bob Bahr and Matthew Bernstein
In 20 years attendance at the AJFF has grown from 2,000 to 40,000.
January 29, 2020, 11:19 am
Blank and Frank Look Back Over AJFF’s 20 Years
Sherry Frank and Kenny Blank, two leaders of the AJFF, reflect on its 20 years of growth and evolution.
By Bob Bahr
Steven Eisenstein of Classic Tents, along with Bernie and Susan Eisenstein, chat with Kenny Blank, director of the AJFF, about the night’s line up. Steven’s company helps AJFF events with the set up.
January 15, 2020, 10:10 am
Putting the ‘Party’ in Preview for Film Enthusiasts
The preview night for the AJFF was a mixture of levity and gravity as celebrations were accompanied by a discussion of race and religion with Andrew Young and Rabbi Alvin Sugarman.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
January 10, 2020, 6:47 am
AJFF Unveils Diverse 2020 Lineup
Check out the lineup for the 20th annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Bob Bahr
“El Gusto” tells the story of an orchestra made up of Jews and Muslims who are separated by the Algerian War of Independence and then reunited 50 years later.
October 30, 2019, 10:44 am
AJFF Brings Muslims and Jews Together
“El Gusto” tells the story of an old Algerian orchestra, which included both Muslim and Jewish musicians, reborn.
By Bob Bahr
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin speaks at the opening of the Jerusalem Film Festival on July 25.
August 28, 2019, 10:37 am
Jerusalem Film Festival Highlights
Learn about a few of the bigger blockbusters from the Jerusalem Film Festival and which might make an appearance at the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival.
By Martine Tartour
Anna Lee photographer // “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles” takes a backstage look at what was once the longest-running musical.
August 14, 2019, 2:29 pm
Fiddler’s Story: Tradition to Modernity
A new documentary delving into the legacy of "Fiddler on the Roof," and was screen Aug. 6 by the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
July 17, 2019, 2:32 pm
40 Under 40: Raychel Robbins
Raychel Robbins, 38, is a consultant specializing in religious and educational nonprofits at Atlanta Jewish Music Festival.
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