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Rutgers Virtual Jewish Film Festival - Shared Legacies: The African American-Jewish Civil Rights Al

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When:

NOV 8, 2020 to NOV 22, 2020
Films are viewable for 48 hours on one single device during the festival dates Nov. 8 - 22. (Cannot switch device once a film has started.)

Where:

Virtual
In your home.

More Info:

Phone: 848-932-4166

THIS FILM MAY BE STREAMED FROM NOVEMBER 8 - 22.

The modern alliance between Blacks and Jewish Americans dates to the NAACP founding in 1909. Since then, both groups have endured segregation and racism—from the codified bigotry of southern Jim Crow laws, to blatant bias in real estate, employment, higher education, and politics. Common cause was found in the turbulent 1960s Civil Rights era, as Jewish leaders backed Dr. Martin Luther King’s efforts in support of racial equality and harmony. Yet, the relationship has frayed in recent years, as a once mighty bond of support and respect has seemingly faded, or been forgotten or ignored. This potent, inspiring story of unity, empathy, and partnership, shows how freedom and equality for all can be achieved only when people come together.

“If the lion does not tell his story, the hunter will.” 

—African Proverb

Q&A with Shari Rogers, Director, on Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 PM