Barrymore Film Center Presents Annual Jewish Film Festival, sponsored by longtime Fort Lee residents and founding BFC board members, Edwin and Doris Cohen

[Fort Lee, NJ - May 5, 2025] – The Barrymore Film Center is excited to announce a special limited-run Jewish Film Festival, showcasing a curated selection of films to appeal to current and future lovers of Jewish cinema. Running through June 11th, 2025 , this exclusive series, sponsored by Edwin and Doris Cohen and curated by former Chief Curator of the Museum of the Moving Image David Schwartz, offers a rare opportunity for audiences to experience these films on the big screen.

Featured Films:

Ellie Wiesel: Soul On Fire | June 4 | 7:30 PM - *Featuring in person Q+A with director Oren Rudavsky

Bad Shabbos | June 5 | 7:30 PM

Uncle Moses | June 8 | 2:00 PM *Yiddish l 

Brighton Beach | June 8 | 4:30 PM - *Featuring in person Q+A with director Susan Wittenberg

Midas Man | June 8 | 7:00 PM - *Featuring video interview with screenwriter Brigit Grant

Come Closer | June 9 | 7:30 PM - *Featuring video interview with writer/director Tom Nesher

Ain’t No Back to a Merry Go Round | June 10 | 7:30 PM - *Featuring in person Q+A with director Ilana Trachtman

Yentl | June 11 | 7:30 PM
 

“Our mission at the BFC is to present films that reflect the full richness of human experience—and that includes celebrating the depth, resilience, and creativity of Jewish culture,” said Nina Larson, Barrymore Film Center Executive Director. “The Jewish Film Festival honors the stories, history, and contributions of the Jewish community, both in film and beyond. We’re proud to provide a platform for these powerful voices, and we look forward to welcoming audiences into this meaningful and vibrant tradition.”

For more information, please visit the Barrymore Film Center website or call 201.585.0601. Moviegoers are encouraged to follow Barrymore Film Center on social media on Facebook and Instagram @barrymorefilmcenter for the latest updates, special promotions, and behind-the-scenes content.

For films featuring in-person enhancements, pricing is as follows:
General Admission: $29
Member Admission: $19

All other films (including those with video interviews) will follow our regular pricing as is follows:
Adults: $15
Senior and child: $12
Group rates available (groups of 10+): Please call Andrew to reserve your group at 201.585.0601 x1705. 

Memberships can be purchased at https://barrymorefilmcenter.org/membership

About the Barrymore Film Center:
The Barrymore Film Center (BFC) is a nonprofit cultural institution that brings film history to life while fostering the future of filmmaking and the arts. Since opening just over two years ago, BFC has welcomed more than 25,000 visitors through its museum, screenings, and special events. BFC offers a diverse range of programming, from curated film series and panel discussions to live performances, poetry jams, and community outreach initiatives like sensory-friendly screenings. With expanded educational workshops and infrastructure improvements on the horizon, BFC is committed to providing access for everyone, including seniors, youth, and individuals with special needs. BFC continues to be a vibrant hub for film lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike. Learn more at barrymorefilmcenter.org.