JxJ is a multidisciplinary arts project encompassing the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals alongside original hybrid arts programming.
The Washington Jewish Film Festival, now in its 29th year, presents a robust lineup of international film premieres, Q&As, and sneak previews.
The Howard and Geraldine Polinger Family Foundation is the Lead Sponsor of the Washington Jewish Music Festival, which returns for its 20th edition.
JxJ Studio spotlights hybrid cultural events including comedy, theater, workshops and more.
Dir. Anthony Mandler 98 min | United States | Narrative
“Monster” is what the prosecutor calls 17-year-old honors student and aspiring filmmaker Steve Harmon, charged with felony murder.
Dir. Jacqueline Olive 90 min | United States | Documentary
In four American communities, descendants of the victims and perpetrators of lynching are working together to heal a violent history.
Dir. Jorge Gurvich 90 min | BrazilGermanyIsrael | Narrative
When soccer fanatic Roberto’s ex-wife heads to Rio on a business trip—unexpectedly saddling him with childcare duties during the World Cup—he packs up his son and septuagenarian father for a voyage of their own.
137 min | Russia | Narrative
Two young women search for meaning and hope in the struggle to rebuild their lives amongst the ruins of Leningrad in 1945.
The Cinematters: Social Justice Film Festival is a dual city (New York and DC) presentation of impactful films aiming to engage the community in conversation and action that leads to a more inclusive, thoughtful, and open-minded society.
Dirs. Amikam KovnerAssaf Snir 98 min | Israel | Narrative
A stylish Israeli thriller that examines how little we may truly know the ones we love. Starring Yael Abecassis and Yoram Toledano (Prisoners of War).
Dir. Marcus H. Rosenmüller 113 min | United Kingdom | Narrative
An extraordinary love story between a young English woman and a German PoW, who together overcome prejudice, outrage and personal tragedy.
Concert
Our popular bi-month Klezmer brunch returns! Enjoy fantastic music paired with a delicious kosher buffet.
Dir. Václav Marhoul 169 min | Czech RepublicSlovakiaUkraine | Narrative
Based on the celebrated novel by Jerzy Kosinski, this staggering work of beauty follows the brutal hardships of a young Jewish boy as he wanders the countryside during World War II. Featuring standout performances from Stellan Skarsgård and Harvey Keitel.
A celebration of the Jewish songwriters and producers behind the scenes of the first decade of rock ‘n roll
A musical tribute to two Jewish-American clarinetists, both giants of the Swing Era, whose influence is felt on music to this day.
Dir. Jacob Goldwasser 90 min | Israel | Narrative
A tender and funny drama that explores the tumultuous relationship between an irascible mechanic and his exuberant special-needs son.
Dir. Eran Riklis 113 min | BelgiumIsraelNetherlandsPortugal | Narrative
Directed by Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis (Lemon Tree, The Syrian Bride) and based on true events, this engrossing spy thriller stars Sir Ben Kingsley as an aging Mossad agent facing his last mission.
Dir. Matt Ratner 91 min | USA | Narrative
A failing stand-up comedian (Ben Schwartz) and an alcoholic dermatologist (Billy Crystal) give each other the confidence to face the failures in their lives.
Dir. Nadav Lapid 123 min | FranceGermanyIsrael | Narrative
In the latest from Nadav Lapid, a young Israeli man absconds to Paris to flee his nationality, aided by his trusty French-Hebrew dictionary.
Dir. Leana Hosea 70 min | United KingdomUnited States | Documentary
In the face of official denial and repression, extraordinary citizens fight for clean water. Can they succeed?
Dir. Barnabás Tóth 83 min | Hungary | Narrative
Having survived the war’s extermination camps, and the loss of his wife and sons, Dr. Aldo Kőrner returns to Budapest. There he meets 16-year-old Klára, a fellow survivor with a wild energy that’s both infectious and troubling.
Dirs. Peter KunhardtGeorge KunhardtTeddy Kunhardt 101 min | United States | Documentary
Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, advocates on behalf of the condemned, seeking to eradicate racial discrimination.
Dirs. Josh SafdieBenny Safdie 134 min | USA | Narrative
A charismatic jeweler (Adam Sandler) makes a high-stakes bet that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime.
Dir. Linda Goldstein Knowlton 97 min | USA | Documentary
Meet the Radical Monarchs, a group of young girls of color at the front lines of social justice in Oakland, started by two fierce queer women of color.
