We are proud to announce the 2025 JCC Chicago Jewish Film Festival!

Our mission is to showcase culturally diverse, Jewishly inspired films that will entertain, educate, and inspire audiences of all generations. Our carefully curated films honor Jewish filmmakers, writers, and actors—and those committed to repairing the world through brave, artistic expression. Many films are Chicago Premieres and will include special select post-film Q&As with filmmakers, actors, and subject matter experts.

This March, for our 12th season, we will be showing 19 films in-person over three weeks!

Schedule

March 9, 2025

1:00pm

Shalom Passion – Never Again is Now!

Founded in the aftermath of tragedy, The Shalom Passion Initiative represents a profound reverence and love for Israel, igniting Jewish pride globally. Birthed by Carey Smolensky’s drive to channel grief into unity following the horrific terrorist attack on Oct. 7, 2023, Shalom Passion emerged from his heartening two-week pilgrimage to Israel, where he embraced, and uplifted those ravaged by conflict. Today, it stands as a beacon of hope, advocating compassion, togetherness, and resilience through educational outreach, volunteerism, and fundraising. At its core, Shalom Passion is a vibrant movement, championing the rich heritage and unbreakable spirit of the Jewish community and their enduring connection to their ancestral homeland.

Director: OBD

64 minutes

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4:00pm

Of Dogs and Men

A teenage girl sets out on a journey back to look for her dog who went lost during the recent terror attack. She navigates through the horrors while encountering the stark reality of the unfolding disaster just beyond the fence.

Director: Dani Rosenberg

82 minutes

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Date: Mar 1 - 23, 2025