Arts+Ideas Seattle Jewish Film Festival

10/11/2025

Don't miss Sunday's 10/12 5:30pm Seattle premiere of FILM + Q&A | THE NEW JEW: DAYS OR WAR Starring Guri Alfi wih Q&A with his cocreator/writer Moshe Samuels, zooming in from Jerusalem. Part of SJCC Arts + Ideas Roots + Resilience Program Series.

Learn more and buy tix at www.sjcc.org/arts
at Stroum Jewish Community Center of Greater Seattle

09/19/2025

Did you get your tickets yet for AUTHOR TALK | Sarah Hurwitz, "As a Jew: Reclaiming Our Story"? The former White House chief speechwriter for Michelle Obama returns to the J to discuss her new book about antisemitism and the cultural forces that have shaped Jewish identity in America. SJCC CEO Lavin moderates.

Sun. Sept. 28, 1pm
Tickets/Books: www.sjcc.org/arts
Part of our Chew on This! Speaker Series theme: Roots + Resilience

Thank you partner: Island Books

Hadassah Seattle
UW Stroum Center for Jewish Studies
Herzl-Ner Tamid
Stroum Jewish Community Center of Greater Seattle
Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle

09/16/2025

The very funny was presented by an Israeli producer on our Seattle stage last night for one of his last “It’s My Life: American Tour” stops. Hysterical, such sharp observational humor.

08/06/2025

Don't miss the best, hysterical Jewish film of the year! Kyra Sedgwick and Cliff "Method Man" Smith lead an incredible ensemble cast in the uproarious comedy BAD SHABBOS, winner of the Audience Award for Best Narrative at the Tribeca Film Festival and the Seattle Jewish Film Festival this year!

Opening this weekend AMC Theatres Pacific Place 11. Menemsha Films Daniel Robbins

08/05/2025

MATISYAHU TICKET GIVEAWAY - Every week starting this week, we will be giving away a pair of tickets to Matisyahu's "Finding Zion" Aug. 30 show at the Neptune Theatre. Seattle Theatre Group Matisyahu

How to claim your pair of tickets:
1. "Like" the post
2. Post a comment about your favorite Matisyahu song or support for his standing up for the community in the last two years
AND
3. Send us a message with your email

Each week, we will announce the winner here! Look for post here or on Instagram next Monday when we give away another pair.

07/29/2025

The Seattle Jewish Film Festival is deeply saddened by the loss of the great Israeli actor, Alon Aboutboul z"l our 2017 SJFF Opening Night Film HARMONIA guest and lead actor who shmoozed and posed for photos endlessly with and charmed guests. He was so kind, generous, and talented. A still rising star has fallen. View SJFF 20217 Facebook photo album: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10155183240718559&set=a.10155181840058559

Miami Jewish Film Festival: is offering a retrospective of his films. See below.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of legendary Israeli actor Alon Aboutboul, whose extraordinary talent and presence left an indelible mark on Israeli and international cinema.

Over the years, the Miami Jewish Film Festival has had the distinct honor of premiering several of Alon's acclaimed films, including A PLACE IN HEAVEN, HARMONIA, and FORGIVENESS, which poignantly closed our Festival in 2020. His performances were not just masterful—they were transformative, bringing depth, humanity, and truth to every role he inhabited.

As we remember Alon Aboutboul, we encourage you to take a moment to watch one of his many remarkable films, to reflect on his artistry, and to honor a life lived with passion and purpose.

May his memory be for a blessing.

07/21/2025

07/10/2025

Please join Holocaust Center for Humanity this Sunday, July 13 at 2 pm for the opening of a new exhibition in downtown Seattle: "Through the Lens of Eskenasy: The Story of a Turkish, German, and Jewish Family."

Join us this Sunday at 2:00 pm for the Grand Opening celebration for our latest temporary exhibit, Through the Lens of Eskenasy: The Story of a Turkish, Jewish, German Family. 📸 This exhibition offers a glimpse into the story of a cosmopolitan family that defied clear national, religious or ethnic categorization. The Eskenasy family crossed state borders, switched religious categories, and changed citizenship several times. Their story links Istanbul to Vienna, Munich, Theresienstadt Ghetto, New York City, and Washington state. 🗺️

The event will feature a discussion between a descendant of the Eskenasy family and the exhibition curator and researcher Joana Bürger and will be moderated by Professor Devin Naar. It’s open to everybody, and free to members!

🎟️ Learn more and get tickets at the link in our bio.

05/23/2025

 Meet me tonight! Ophira Eisenberg is in town and she’s the best, can’t wait to see her hosting The Moth at Benaroya Hall. 

The Moth Mainstage is coming to Seattle!

On Thursday, May 22nd, join us at Benaroya Hall for the ultimate storytelling experience—a two-act show featuring a musical performance, where five storytellers share true, personal stories live and without notes. Hosted by comedian and writer Ophira Eisenberg, you don't want to miss this electric show!

Tap the link below to get tickets today 🎟️
https://bit.ly/3CwHrzW

05/20/2025

Congratulations/Mazel Tov to our SJFF 2025 Audience Choice Winning Feature Films and Directors!

BEST DOCUMENTARY: SHARI & LAMB CHOP (Dir. Lisa D'Apolito)
BEST NARRATIVE (a tie!): BAD SHABBOS (Dir. Daniel Robbins + cowriter Zach Weiner) and RUNNING ON SAND (Dir. Adar Shafran)

Go2Films Menemsha Films Kino Lorber Jewish Community Center of Greater Seattle

05/15/2025

Brilliant, hilarious comedian Ophira Eisenberg last seen on our Arts+Ideas Seattle Jewish Film Festival stage in May 2024, will be back in Seattle hosting The Moth at Benaroya Hall Thurs May 22. Don't Miss Her! Meet me there! Tix: www.themoth.org/seattle

05/15/2025

SJFF is proud to be a community partner to SIFF, screening the Israeli Film COME CLOSER (Dir. Tom Nesher -- FYI: shortlisted by SJFF, and really good!). Tickets/Trailer: https://www.siff.net/festival/come-closer

COME CLOSER (May 20, 22 and streaming May 26-June 1)
A woman and her late brother’s secret girlfriend embark on an intense and intimate relationship of their own.