As a critic, it’s rare for a film to be so authentically raw that it leaves me at a loss for words.…
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WELCOME TO YIDDISHLAND was an upbeat, lively, feature film shown at Spokane’s 2026 Jewish Film Festival.…
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THE STAGE IS OURS was a nine minute short film featured at the 2026 Spokane Jewish Film Festival. It showcased approximately fifty actors, playwrites, and directors as they gathered together in New York City’s Lyceum Theatre.…
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THE OTHER is a documentary feature film presented at the 2026 Spokane Jewish Film Festival. It offered a deep and thoughtful look at the current situation between Israel and Palestine from 2017 to 2024.…
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DAYS BETWEEN REST is a short film (11 minutes) presented at the 2026 Spokane Jewish Film Festival. Although it is brief, the movie packs a powerful punch that is filled with fascinating content and inspiration.…
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DISNEYLAND HANDCRAFTED is a gorgeous exploration that any Disneyland fan won’t want to miss.…
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I get so excited when a uniquely hand-drawn animated short like THE SOUNDS OF THINGS ABLAZE are released.…
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THE RIP, featuring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, is a noble release for rewarding its crew with bonuses based on its Netflix performance. However, the film is overly convoluted and repetitive.…
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A long time ago (14-15 years), in a galaxy far, far away (Hollywood), a now-closed comic-book store (Meltdown Comics) hosted comedians and other shows in their back room. This is where I discovered Kumail Nanjiani’s comedic talents. It was great to see Nanjiani do those shows back then, and it was even better to see him now! NIGHT THOUGHTS is the best stand-up show I’ve seen in a few years, at least. …
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