Jerusalem Film Fest to Feature Michael Rapaport and Volker Schlöndorff
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
The Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival, running December 5-10, will feature director Volker Schlöndorff opening with his film "Visitation" and receiving an Achievement Award. Comedian Michael Rapaport will close the festival with the documentary "Am I Cancelled Yet?," which explores his journey after the October 7 attacks and his support for Israel. Both films address themes of identity and the Jewish experience, according to festival organizers.
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- Volker Schlöndorff will open the Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival with "Visitation" and receive an Achievement Award.
- Michael Rapaport's documentary "Am I Cancelled Yet?" will close the festival, detailing his post-October 7 journey.
- The festival runs December 5-10 at the Jerusalem Cinematheque.
- Schlöndorff's "The Tin Drum" won the Palme d'Or and an Oscar.
- Rapaport faced backlash for his support of Israel after the October 7 attacks.
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