Temple Beth El announces annual Jewish film festival

The Arts Committee of Temple Beth El announces its second Jewish film festival with a series of three entertaining and uplifting films this summer.
 
It will take place in the social hall of the temple, located at the corner of Court and Tioga Streets in Ithaca. The lineup includes: “Dough”on June 23, “Raise the Roof” on July 21 and In “Search of Israeli Cuisine” on Aug. 18. These are all Thursday evenings. Doors open at 6:3 p.m. for free refreshments and socializing. The films begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 at the door. All films are appropriate for children ages 10 and above.
 
“Dough” is being showcased in theaters around the U.S. this summer. It stars Jonathan Pryce and Pauline Collins. The comedy focuses on the relationship between an old Jewish baker in London’s East End and his young Muslim apprentice.
 
“Raise the Roof” is a documentary by Yari & Cary Wolinsky. It describes the reconstruction of the Gwozdziec Synagogue in Sonak, Poland which was destroyed by the Nazis in WWII. Over 300 students and professionals participated in the artistic and architectural reconstruction of this most beautiful wooden structure.
 
“In Search of Israeli Cuisine” (USA 2016, 97 minutes) is a documentary portrait of the Israeli people through their varied cuisine.
 
For further information call 257-9924.