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SUMMARY:AJFF presents "Midas Man"
DESCRIPTION:When Brian Epstein set foot in the Cavern Club in November 1961 to watch The Beatles perform\, he saw something no one else could – a glimmer of gold. Sharply dressed and well-spoken\, Brian was hardly the most obvious radical – but being Jewish\, closeted and having grown up as an outsider who had failed at pretty much everything\, he was a 26-year old with something to prove and who wanted to tear up the rulebook.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-midas-man/
LOCATION:Gloria & Harvey Evans Performance Center at Dell JCC\, 7300 Hart Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78731\, United States
CATEGORIES:AJFF: Austin Jewish Film Festival,Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T175318Z
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SUMMARY:23rd Austin Jewish Film Festival (virtual section)
DESCRIPTION:See all the films (and more) from the recent Austin Jewish Film Festival\, but only between November 14 and 23 in Texas.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/23rd-austin-jewish-film-festival-virtual-section/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AJFF: Austin Jewish Film Festival,Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20251021T231157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T155843Z
UID:210665-1762714800-1762722000@shalomaustin.org
SUMMARY:AJFF 2025 Festival Closing Reception
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets at https://austinjff.org/festival-2025/
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-2025-festival-closing-reception/
LOCATION:Dell JCC\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
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SUMMARY:AJFF 2025 Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets at https://austinjff.org/festival-2025/ \nGreat films\, programs with cast members\, fun parties\, opportunities to socialize with festival goers. \nThis year’s festival is dedicated to the memory of Carol Rubin\, z”l (wife of AJFF board member Jay Rubin)\, and Gloria Evans\, z”l (major sponsor of AJFF and other Austin arts organizations).
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-2025-film-festival/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Dell JCC\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20251021T191739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T155801Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF 2025 Film Festival Opening Night Reception
DESCRIPTION:Opening night reception with drinks and kosher food from Shevet Cafe included. Live music on the oud from Roberto Riggio. \nPresented as Part Of Once Upon My Mother screening. \nPurchase tickets here: https://austinjff.org/festival-2025/
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-2025-film-festival-opening-night-reception/
LOCATION:Dell JCC\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250929T150618Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF presents: "The New Jew: Days of War"
DESCRIPTION:Israeli comedian Guri Alfi embarks on a journey to explore the profound impact of October 7th on the identity\, security\, and status of Jews in the United States. Through intimate personal stories—from families of hostages and individuals confronting rising antisemitism to young Jews grappling with intergenerational divides on Israel—the film makes these complex issues accessible to a broader audience. It delves into key developments after October 7th\, including the isolation felt by many American Jews\, the rise in hate crimes\, and the growing quest for renewed belonging within their communities. Guided by Guri Alfi’s signature mix of empathy and humor\, the film masterfully balances deep emotional resonance with moments of levity\, offering a message of hope in challenging times. This film serves as a sequel to the critically acclaimed 2021 TV miniseries The New Jew\, which earned widespread praise in Israel and at film festivals across the United States.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-the-new-jew-days-of-war/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250805T213033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T161143Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF Film Screening & Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join AJFF and Shalom Austin Jewish Family Service on this special event for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This compelling documentary features Ezra’s own art and music as well as deeply personal interviews with Ezra’s family\, friends\, and teachers. The program features an AJFF interview with Ezra’s mother\, Shanee Epstein. The screening will be following by a panel discussion of mental health experts. Please join us for this important program\, and help destigmatize the discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-film-screening-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Dell JCC\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Slider
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T213000
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SUMMARY:AJFF Presents "The Property"
DESCRIPTION:Two months after the death of her son\, Regina (83) travels to Poland with her granddaughter Mika (30). The trip’s stated purpose is to retrieve the family’s property confiscated during World War II. But Regina has a secret ulterior motive: to find her first love\, whom she was forced to leave 70 years ago.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: Nominated for 4 Israeli Academy Awards\, this is a charming\, heatwarming film\, with plenty of comedic moments.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-the-property/
LOCATION:Epstein Family Community Hall / Gloria & Harvey Evans Performance Center
CATEGORIES:AJFF: Austin Jewish Film Festival,Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
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SUMMARY:AJFF presents "One Big Happy Family"
DESCRIPTION:When a DNA test completely upends a woman’s life\, she embarks on a hilarious journey with her eccentric mother to find out who she really is.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-one-big-happy-family-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AJFF: Austin Jewish Film Festival,Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T213000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250627T142818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T142818Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF Presents "One Big Happy Family"
DESCRIPTION:When a DNA test completely upends a woman’s life\, she embarks on a hilarious journey with her eccentric mother to find out who she really is. \nScreenng is followed by Q&A with writer/lead actor Lisa Brenner.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-one-big-happy-family/
LOCATION:Epstein Family Community Hall / Gloria & Harvey Evans Performance Center
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250618T183529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T183529Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF Presents: "Mazel Tov"
DESCRIPTION:When Dario Roitman returns from the U.S. to Argentina for a family wedding and Bat Mitzvah\, he anticipates the usual family drama. But his carefully laid plans for a family reunion are suddenly upended when he learns\, just hours before his flight\, that his father has passed away. As the Roitmans gather for the funeral\, old wounds resurface and longstanding tensions reach a boiling point. Despite the emotional turmoil\, Dario remains determined to celebrate both the wedding and Bat Mitzvah\, even if it means challenging tradition and risking further discord. Navigating grief\, sibling rivalry\, and delightfully eccentric grudges\, the Roitmans reveal the messy yet enduring love of family.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-mazel-tov/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T233000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250605T184228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T184228Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF Presents "Pink Lady"
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed filmmaker Nir Bergman (“In Treatment”\, “Here We Are”) follows a young modern woman’s journey to self discovery and liberation\, in a touching and uplifting comedy drama. In an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Jerusalem\, Bati has a seemingly perfect life. She is happily married to Lazer and the young couple have three children. But their world starts to crumble when Lazer is blackmailed and Bati discovers his secret affair with his study partner. Desperate to protect her family and keep the man she loves\, she supports Lazer as he attempts to “cure” his problem\, whilst uncovering her true desires.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-pink-lady/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AJFF: Austin Jewish Film Festival,Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250416T193902Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF Presents: Live and Become (FREE!)
DESCRIPTION:The anguished saga of an Ethiopian boy airlifted to Israel during the 1980s Operation Moses to escape persecution and famine\, unfolds in this sweeping epic. After his mother sends him to Israel under false pretenses\, Schlomo arrives posing as a Jewish orphan. Taken in by a liberal Jewish family\, he bears the burden of living a lie and struggling with racism\, while navigating love\, family\, and belonging. Three superb actors portray Schlomo at different ages\, with Yaël Abecassis poignantly playing his adoptive mother. Writer-director Radu Mihăileanu’s emotionally charged exploration of immigration\, assimilation\, and self-identity won the French Best Screenplay César\, the Berlinale Audience Award and Ecumenical Jury Prize.\n\n\nWHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: Celebrating the season of freedom this film is first and foremost a great drama\, but it also explores a number of interesting themes—freedom (especially the escape from famine and poverty)\, identity\, acceptance\, the treatment of migrants\, and so much more that is still very timely. For those celebrating Easter\, there are also interesting ideas of redemption and rebirth. This is just one of the many great films available on ChaiFlicks.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-live-and-become-free/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250317T162401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T162401Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF Presents: "A Photographic Memory"
DESCRIPTION:Sheila Turner Seed was an award-winning New York City-based\, journalist in the 1970s who interviewed such photography luminaries as Henri Cartier-Bresson\, Gordon Parks\, Cecil Beaton\, and Lisette Model. When she passed away suddenly and tragically\, she left behind an infant daughter\, Rachel. More than 30 years later\, Rachel has herself become a filmmaker\, photographer\, and writer. A Photographic Memory marks a moving attempt to navigate grief and nostalgia as Rachel deep-dives into Shelia’s archives\, much of which had been forgotten.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: Brought to our attention by Phil Spertus\, who knew Sheila Turner Seed\, this film is a beautifully made and touching story of her daughter\, Rachel trying to understand and connect with the mother she never got to know. Rachel is expected to travel to Austin for a post screening Q&A.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-presents-a-photographic-memory/
LOCATION:Epstein Family Community Hall / Gloria & Harvey Evans Performance Center
CATEGORIES:AJFF: Austin Jewish Film Festival,Community Events,Community Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T213000
DTSTAMP:20260620T233546
CREATED:20250110T000633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T000633Z
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SUMMARY:AJFF/IAC special event: "The Return from The Other Planet"
DESCRIPTION:A special screening of THE RETURN FROM THE OTHER PLANET.  \nJoin us on International Holocaust Remembrance Day for a powerful documentary exploring the story of Yechiel De-Nur\, Auschwitz survivor and author\, who described Auschwitz as “The Other Planet.”\nA thought-provoking film on Holocaust remembrance\, trauma\, and humanity.\nNote: No explicit Holocaust scenes. \nAfter the Film: Live\, in-person Q&A with Israeli director Assaf Lapid and producer Guy Hodes. \nAll proceeds will be donated to a Holocaust-related charity.
URL:https://shalomaustin.org/event/ajff-iac-special-event-the-return-from-the-other-planet/
LOCATION:Epstein Family Community Hall / Gloria & Harvey Evans Performance Center
CATEGORIES:Chabad,Community Events,Congregation Beth Israel,Congregation Kol Halev,Congregation Tiferet Israel,JBN: Jewish Business Network,JCRC: Jewish Community Relations Council,JNF: Jewish National Fund,Moishe House,NCJW: National Council of Jewish Women,Schusterman Center,Slider
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Finkel":MAILTO:dfinkel@austinjff.org
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