Southwest Michigan Jewish Film Festival
Our Films
A variety of award-winning films will be shown from around the globe. There is something for everyone: a family-friendly coming-of-age story, an uplifting and a hilarious documentary, a touching comedic-drama, and an Oscar-winning thriller.
Max Minsky and Me (Germany, 2007): 10:30 am
A warm family film about a young girl who will do whatever it takes to achieve her dreams. In order to meet her true love, she must learn how to play basketball. Luckily, Max, the new kid in town, desperately needs help with his homework, and they make a deal. Complicating matters is an upcoming bat mitzvah. (For ages 10 and up, German with English subtitles)
The Hope (USA, 2008) and Circumcise Me (USA, 2008): 1:30 pm
"The Hope" is an inspirational film about the Jewish rock movement in the U.S. and how Jewish youth connect with Judaism through music. "Circumcise Me" is the hilarious and profound story of Yisrael Campbell, widely regarded as Israel's premiere standup comedian, his conversion to Judaism, and his journey to find spiritual enlightenment.
Noodle (Israel, 2008): 4:30 pm
A touching comedic drama about flight attendant Miri Kalderon's life-affirming adventure and the captivating plight of an abandoned Chinese boy. Nominated for 10 Israeli Film Academy Awards and voted best feature film at last year's Boston Jewish Film Festival! (Hebrew with English subtitles)
The Counterfeiters (Austria, 2007): 7:30 pm
This 2007 Oscar winner is based on a true story about the moral dilemmas of Jewish prisoners forced to choose between their survival and aiding the Nazi war machine. (Rated R for adult content, German with English subtitles)
