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Bliss
Bliss
Aging, desire, and painful confrontation test a married couple in this tender, witty, and carefully observed drama.
Opening Night: Coexistence, My Ass!
Opening Night: Coexistence, My Ass!
Noam Shuster-Eliassi grew up as the literal poster child for the Israeli-Palestinian peace process before making a sharp pivot to stand-up comedy and political satire. But as the region descends further into devastating violence, she is now called to meet the moment—challenging her audiences with hard truths that are no laughing matter.
Come Closer
Come Closer
When Eden’s beloved brother suddenly dies, she takes desperate measures to fill the void. Once she discovers he had a secret girlfriend, these measures assume a passionate and dangerous twist.
Eid
Eid
Eid, an aspiring playwright from Rahat, balances a long-distance relationship with a married actress in Paris and his nuptial arrangements at home.
Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire
Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire
Oren Rudavsky’s poetic and powerful documentary, told in Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel’s own words, explores both the gift and the burden of being humanity’s witness.
The First Lady
The First Lady
Fearing for her life, Israeli transgender pioneer Efrat Tilma fled the country as a teenager. Now in her seventies and a celebrated activist, she must fight for her freedom once again, as the country spirals into political and social regression.
Centerpiece Documentary: Holding Liat
Centerpiece Documentary: Holding Liat
After Liat Beinin Atzili is kidnapped on October 7, 2023, her Israeli American family faces their own conflicting perspectives as they fight for her release.
Labors of Love: The Life and Legacy of Henrietta Szold
Labors of Love: The Life and Legacy of Henrietta Szold
Reviving Henrietta Szold’s legacy, Labors of Love offers a thought-provoking look at a woman who reshaped history through resilience, compassion, and an unwavering belief in the power of humanity.
A Letter to David
A Letter to David
A cinematic letter to director Tom Shoval’s friend David Cunio, who was abducted on October 7, using echoes from their prior collaboration on Youth.

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Big Nights
SFJFF45's Big Nights honor stories big and small, illuminate the diversity of Jewish experiences, champion freedom of expression, and delight with their wit and charm.
JFI Supported Films
SFJFF45 is proud to showcase this dynamic group of films that received JFI support in their creation.
Special Events
From comedy performances and reprise screenings to book readings and community discussions, these special events must be experienced in person to be believed.
Next Wave Films
Next Wave spotlights films and filmmakers that explore the complicated, conflicting, and empowering elements of contemporary life.
Narrative Features
These narrative features shed light on the drama, and comedy, of Jewish life around the world.
Documentary Features
These non-fiction films train their lenses on vital stories in the Jewish community and beyond.