Boston Jewish Film Festival
Our 38th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival brings eleven days of powerful storytelling to screens across Greater Boston, with 15 films from 9 countries. Now in its new home at the JCC!
Celebrating Jewish Stories On-Screen
This year's Boston Jewish Film Festival lineup spotlights women fighting against the odds, from a landmark abortion trial in 1970s France to a mother's decades-long search for her missing daughter, alongside stories of righteous courage that challenge injustice and refuse to look away. Alongside these urgent narratives, the Festival continues its tradition of thrilling dramas, raucous comedies, and unforgettable conversations with the filmmakers and artists who bring these stories to life.
View Our Full Brochure
BJFF 2026 Film Lineup
Explore our full festival showcase, comprised of 15 different films across a variety of genres and cultures. With special guests and performances accompanying all of these events, every film guarantees a thoughtful and engaging experience for avid film watchers or those simply looking for compelling stories.
Highlights:
- 7 Narrative Features
- 4 Feature Documentaries
- 4 Short Films
- 9 Countries Represented
- 15 Film Premieres
- 5 Films Made by Women
- 3 Films with LGBTQ+ Content
Festival Events
There's more to look forward to at the Boston Jewish Film Festival!
Check out our list of special screenings and discussions happening before, during, and after the festival to get the most out of your experience.
Reel Jewish: Jewish Identity in Film & TV
Tuesdays, October 27–November 17 | 2–3pm | Riemer-Goldstein Theater
JCC Greater Boston will screen film and TV clips across the decades to unpack how Jewish identity gets shown, coded, or left out entirely on screen. Explore the stereotypes, symbols, and generational shifts behind how Hollywood signals "Jewishness."
Festival Kickoff at the JCC: Special Advance Screening of Discovering Ruth
Sunday, November 1 | 4pm | Riemer-Goldstein Theater
Discovering Ruth tells the story of Holocaust survivor Ruth Wertheim Bacow. Followed by a panel discussion with Director June Beallor, Larry Bacow, President Emeritus of Harvard University, and Producer Ceci Chan.
That's How You Make a Torah
Sunday, November 8 | 7pm | Lehrhaus
Join us at Lehrhaus for a screening of the short film That's How You Make a Torah, the story of Jen Taylor Friedman, the first woman known in history to scribe a Torah, followed by a conversation about the film and the role of women Torah scribes.
Sponsor the Boston Jewish Film Festival
Become a sponsor of the arts and show your support for the film festival!
All gifts above $1,800 include:
- Festival tickets (4 tickets)
- Invite to exclusive film maker receptions
- Recognition at your giving level in pre-screening slideshow
- Recognition in JCC Greater Boston’s Community Report and website
- Two day passes to the Leventhal-Sidman JCC
Support Boston Jewish Film
Boston Jewish Film relies on philanthropy to bring films like these to our community every year. Support the Festival and help us keep bringing bold, moving, and unforgettable cinema to Greater Boston.
To make a gift, please follow the link below and select Boston Jewish Film from the drop-down tab to direct your donation to Boston Jewish Film. Thank you for your generosity!
Contact Us
Boston Jewish Film
A year-round film, culture, and community program with a new home at JCC Greater Boston.
JWork Coworking Space
Say goodbye to working from home every day and embrace the convenience and flexibility of JWork, open...
Wellness Speaker Series
Expand Your Mind and Enhance Your Health Join us at our Wellness Speaker Series events, where we explore a...
