Category Archives: Hollywood

Ed Asner On Israel

Jason Maoz, Editor of The Jewish Press, writes: Asner, this year’s Schwarzschild’s "honoree," is best remembered for his portrayal of lovably gruff Lou Grant on the old "Mary Tyler Moore" show (CBS, 1970-77) and later on "Lou Grant" (CBS, 1977-’82). … Continue reading

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Will You Be My Mommy?

I just watched the 2003 movie Peter Pan. I was struck by this group of lost boys asking a cute girl, "Will you be my mommy?" I identify with that. I like to ask girls I date the same question. … Continue reading

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‘A Light For Greytowers’ Protest

From the Forward: Director Robin Garbose is planning protest screenings of her film “A Light for Greytowers” at the Menachem Begin Heritage Center in Israel on December 13 and 15, coinciding with the Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival, which refused to … Continue reading

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Jerusalem Festival Refuses To Screen A Film For Women Only

The director of this movie is a Chabadnik in Pico-Robertson. Matthew Wagner writes: The Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival has rejected a film created by Orthodox women after the film director demanded screening for female audiences only in accordance with Halacha. … Continue reading

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‘Five Easy Pieces’ and ‘High Plains Drifter’

I’ve been sick since Tuesday and been watching a lot of movies. These are are two of my favorites. I identify with the protagonist of each flick. Here are some of quotes from the films that echo things said often … Continue reading

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