Could Gal Gadot become the biggest Israeli superstar ever?
By Gabe Friedman (JTA) — Try to think of the most famous Israelis in history. Not necessarily the most consequential or “important” ones — like…
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Drake breaks record with 13 honors at Billboard Music Awards
(JTA) — Drake continued his record-breaking ways, taking home 13 honors at the Billboard Music Awards, including as top artist. The Jewish rapper from Canada…
This Israeli film about Orthodox Jews is a surprise hit overseas
By Gabe Friedman (JTA) — It’s safe to call the Israeli film “The Women’s Balcony” the opposite of a Hollywood blockbuster and it will be…
What’s on at the Edmonton Jewish Film Festival?
(EJNews) – Here is a peek at the feature films that will be screened at the upcoming Edmonton Jewish Film Festival, from May 17-18, 21-23 and 28-29…
Righteous Persons documentary to premiere at Edmonton Jewish Film Festival
By Adam Bentley (EJNews) – I am Jewish and Canadian, Israeli and Edmontonian. I am a filmmaker whose short films have been screened on CBC…