Jewish Film

Holocaust

Seven Holocaust Films You Should See

These under-the-radar movies about the Shoah are affecting, powerful and nuanced.

Yiddish

Five Yiddish Films You Can Stream Right Now for Free

A sampler of Yiddish films (with English subtitles) on the Internet.

Israeli Culture

Contemporary Israeli Film

Filmmakers find a uniquely Israeli voice.

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Jewish Film 101

Jews played--and continue to play--a pivotal role in the Hollywood movie studios, while Jews and Judaism have appeared in films in different ways and degrees throughout the history of film.

Fiddler on the Roof

Fiddler on the Roof brought the shtetl--along with many memorable characters and unforgettable tunes--to the big screen.

Seinfeld and Company

On "Seinfeld" and other 1990s TV shows, Jewishness became part of the American pop culture landscape.

Quiz: Which Jewish Movie Are You?

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Jews in Television

Looking at Judaism on the small screen.

Who Was Molly Picon?

This Yiddish film and theater star had a versatile career and also did humanitarian work.

Jewish Beauty Queens and Movie Stars: The Unknown Story of Bollywood

A filmaker’s journey to uncover the story of Jews in Bollywood.

Jewish Film Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish films, actors, directors and stories?

Jews in Television in the 2000s

From Larry David to Sarah Silverman.

Mel Brooks’ Best Clips

Highlights from the comedic producer's funniest movies.

American Jewish Humor in the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s

Jerry Lewis, Woody Allen, Lenny Bruce and More

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