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Thursday, March 15

OPENING NIGHT FILM: SEPHARDIC SPOTLIGHT

Mabul | The Flood

Thursday, March 15 at 6:45 PM | Cinerama Theatre | Israel | 2010

Being the only real adult in his family, Yoni's life is complicated. Smart but small, he struggles to grow and mature for his upcoming Bar Mitzvah.

Saturday, March 17

Restoration | Boker Tov Adon Fidelman

Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM | AMC PACIFIC PLACE 11 | Israel | 2011

This disquietingly beautiful, knotty family drama features acclaimed actor Sasson Gabai (The Band's Visit) in an exquisite performance.

My First Wedding | Mi Primera Boda

Saturday, March 17 at 9:15 PM | AMC PACIFIC PLACE 11 | Argentina | 2011

On their wedding day, disaster ensues and chaos reigns for Adrian, a secular Jew, and Leonora, a lapsed Catholic in this Argentinian rom-com that is both hilarious and beautifully filmed.

Sunday, March 18

Sephardic Spotlight

My Sweet Canary: The Story of Roza Eskenazi, The Queen of Rebetiko

Sunday, March 18 at 1:15 PM | AMC PACIFIC PLACE 11 | Israel | 2011

Roza Eskenazi - the Queen of Greek bohemian blues - performed in a world that may have vanished but will not be silenced.

AJC Bridge Series: International Relations

My So-Called Enemy

Sunday, March 18 at 3:45 PM | AMC PACIFIC PLACE 11 | United States | 2010

This touching, award-winning film teaches us about the fragility of hope, the value of building bridges through dialogue and power of individual choice.

AJC Bridge Series Showcase & Sephardic Spotlight

Free Men | Les Hommes Libres

Sunday, March 18 at 8:00 PM | AMC PACIFIC PLACE 11 | France | 2011

A pulse-pounding wartime espionage drama inspired by the little-known history of Muslims who joined the French Resistance and secretly harbored Jews.

Matzoh Momma Brunch & Family Film
Presented by Era Living/Aljoya - Premier Retirement Living

Circus Kids

Sunday, March 18 at Brunch: 9:30 AM | Circus Kids Perform: 10:45 AM | Film 11:00 AM | AMC PACIFIC PLACE 11 | United States | 2010

Peace through pyramids? Harmony through handsprings? Joy through juggling? Defy gravity and the odds with Circus Kids.

Monday, March 19

Dolphin Boy | HaDolfin

Monday, March 19 at 6:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2011

This poignant, intimate film follows the post-traumatic recovery of Morad through dolphin-assisted therapy and the magical healing power of family dedication.

Sephardic Spotlight

Iraq N' Roll

Monday, March 19 at 8:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2011

Israeli rock musician Dudu Tassa embarks on a musical journey to recapture the Iraqi music made famous by his grandfather and great uncle.

Tuesday, March 20

B-Boy (short)

Tuesday, March 20 at 6:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | United States | 2012

A short documentary about coming of age in two worlds and a world premiere.

Teen Screen

David

Tuesday, March 20 at 6:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | United States | 2011

A sweet story of faith, friendship, family, and the challenges of growing up in multicultural America.

Nicky's Family

Tuesday, March 20 at 8:45 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Czech Republic | 2011

Nicholas Winton has been called the "Oskar Schindler of Great Britain" but his bold efforts went unreported until 1988.

Wednesday, March 21

Senior Lunch & Free Film @ SJCC
Sephardic Spotligh

Like a Bride | Novia Que Te Vea

Wednesday, March 21 at 12:00 PM Noon Lunch | 12:30 Film | STROUM JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (SJCC) | Mexico | 1994

A warm, comic tale of two Mexican Jewish girls coming of age in Mexico City during the 1960s. RSVP Required.

AJC Bridge Series: Israel

Judge, The

Wednesday, March 21 at 6:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2009

Aharon Barak, former Chief Justice of the Israeli Supreme Court, breaks his silence about his illustrious but controversial tenure.

Ben-Gurion Hosting (short)

Wednesday, March 21 at 6:30PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2011

An animated biography of Israel's first prime minister from the creators of Oscar-nominee Waltz with Bashir.

Seattle Jewish Theatre Company Performs

Lenin in October

Wednesday, March 21 at 8:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2010

The Russian emigre community of Ashdod, Israel, is turned upside down when Gisha dedicates his new restaurant to the "sacred values" of Communism.

Thursday, March 22

Let My People Go!

Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | France | 2011

An absurdist romantic French romp that both celebrates and sends up gay and Jewish stereotypes.

Little Rose | Rózyczka

Thursday, March 22 at 9:10 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Poland | 2010

Divided loyalties and misguided love play out in this spy thriller against a backdrop of escalating political unrest in 1967 communist Poland.

Saturday, March 24

Wunderkinder

Saturday, March 24 at 7:15 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Germany | 2011

From the producers of Europa Europa comes this universal tale of Jewish musical prodigies.

Rabies

Saturday, March 24 at 9:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2010

Israel's first slasher movie weaves horror and political commentary with unexpected twists that leave their mark.

Sunday, March 25

Shorts Program

Not Your Time - The Musical (short)

Sunday, March 25 at 12:15 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | United States | 2010

A long-suffering screenwriter takes matters into his own hands in this dark comic musical fantasy.

Shorts Program

Starring David | David De Ster (short)

Sunday, March 25 at 12:15 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Netherlands | 2010

Starring David is a funny, sweet documentary about faith, identity and belonging.

Shorts Program

Kosher (short)

Sunday, March 25 at 12:15PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | France | 2010

What happens when a lonely Orthodox Jewish boy makes friends with a little pig?

Shorts Program

Ladies and Gentlemen: Biddie Schitzerman (short)

Sunday, March 25 at 12:15PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Canada | 2010

An 80-year-old rip-roaring comedienne plans a final performance with her loyal sidekick.

100 Year Hadassah Centennial Celebration

Dorfman

Sunday, March 25 at 2:00 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | United States | 2011

An antic, romantic comedy - in the vein of Bridget Jones' Diary - about an uprooted "valley girl" caught up in the kaleidoscopic world of revitalized downtown LA.

Sephardic Spotlight

Fig Tree, The | La Higuera (short)

Sunday, March 25 at 4:45 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Spain | 2010

A centuries-old fable from Granada about an old woman whose enchanted tree bears golden figs.

Sephardic Spotlight

My Lovely Sister | Achoti Hayaffa

Sunday, March 25 at 4:45 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | Israel | 2011

Superstitions and suspicions loom large in this modern Moroccan legend and love triangle.

Closing Night Centerpiece
Concert & Film

Boys of Terezin, The

Sunday, March 25 at 7:30 PM | SIFF Cinema at the Uptown | United States | 2011

The acclaimed Northwest Boychoir performs excerpts from the oratorio featured in this remarkable film by Seattle's Music of Remembrance about youthful creativity and courage.