24th Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival
SEASON TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2 - INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 11
Continuing the tradition of superior cultural programs, the Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival brings the newest and best of Jewish-themed films to our county, featuring dramas, comedies, shorts, and documentaries on subjects as varied as water sustainability, soccer, blind dating, and Christmas. An added feature: an interactive screening of the 1971 Academy Award Winner Fiddler on the Roof for the first time in decades.
All films screen twice on the day, at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
FEATURED FILMS:
The Keeper (Drama) – Thursday, October 10 – winner of Best Production (Bavarian Film Awards) and Audience Award (SFJFF) – the true story of Bert Trautmann, the decorated German SS Soldier and POW who became one of Britain’s all-time soccer legends. The film raises tough questions about forgiveness and the power of sports to unite.
Sustainable Nation (Documentary) – Thursday, October 17 – BAY AREA PREMIERE – follow three Israeli scientists on the cutting edge of water technology as they provide innovative solutions to dire problems in Uganda, India, and an almond farm in California’s Central Valley. Accompanied by a short film, and followed by a panel talk with experts and Q & A.
Bye Bye Germany (Comic Drama) – Wednesday, October 23 – In 1946 David and his friends have escaped the Nazis, but they need money to go to America. The smooth-talking tricksters sell Germans what they “must” need most: fine linens wrapped in amusing stories. But David has a darker past. A film about humor in the face of overwhelming odds.
Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas: A Short Film Series – Tuesday, October 29 – An exciting collection of films linked by the relationship Jews have with the non-Jewish world. The full-length program features multiple award-winners, including inspiring documentaries, a comedy of errors, an experimental film, and an animated Academy Award nominee.
Fiddler on the Roof – SING ALONG – Tuesday, November 5 – with live music, trivia, and a costume contest!
Abe (Comedy) – Tuesday, November 12 – Avid foodie and inventive cook, 12-year-old Abe (Noah Schnapp, Stranger Things) is half Jewish-Israeli and half Muslim-Palestinian. He navigates his family conflicts with the guidance of a Brazilian chef (Seu Jorge – The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou). The power of food to unite people, and a feast for the senses.
IMPORTANT DATES
September 2: Season tickets on sale
September 11: Individual tickets on sale
