The 11th annual weekend of films will take place Feb 22-25 at the Terrace Theater on James Island. Advance tickets are available at Terracetheater.com/jewish-filmfest
This year’s films include:
“RABBI ON THE BLOCK” Thursday, 2/22 @ 7 pm
Meet Tamar Manasseh, the charismatic rabbi from the south side of Chicago in this powerful documentary. She takes religion out of the synagogue and into the streets. RABBI MANASSEH AND DIRECTOR BRAD ROTHSCHILD JOIN US IN PERSON AFTER THE FILM
“NO NAME RESTAURANT” Friday,2/23@1 pm & Sat. 2/24 at 1 pm. Ultra-Orthodox Ben must rescue Alexandria, Egypt’s dwindling Jewish community, but finds himself marooned in the Sinai Desert with an Arab nomad in this heartwarming, culture-clash odyssey.
“REMEMBERING GENE WILDER” Saturday, 2/24 @ 7 pm.
This gem of a documentary features movie clips, stories and interviews with Wilder’s family, collaborators, and loves. Beautifully directed! PROFESSOR JOHN BRUNS SHARES INSIGHT AFTER THE FILM
“THE MONKEY HOUSE” Sunday, 2/25 @ 1pm A once successful novelist launches a scam to revive his fading career. He recruits a reckless actress to assume the identity of a master’s degree student. DISCUSSION WITH PROFESSOR EZRA CAPPELL FOLLOWS THE SCREENING
“LESS THAN KOSHER” Sunday, 2/25 @ 3:40 pm. Viv lands a job as a substitute Cantor at her family’s synagogue, and a wild ride of illicit affairs, drug trips, family drama, and self-discovery ensues.
This program is supported by the Charleston Interreligious Council. Skirt is proud to be a part of growing spirituality and harmony in our community.
