Two Claims Conference–supported films will be featured at upcoming screenings presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM).
My Underground Mother (dir/prod: by Marisa Fox, prod: Deborah Shaffer, Kelly Sheehan) will have its Pennsylvania premiere at an upcoming screening highlighting a personal story shaped by the Holocaust and its aftermath. The film underscores the enduring impact of survivor experiences across generations. A post-film discussion will follow with the film’s subject and director, Marisa Fox.
Labors of Love: The Life and Legacy of Henrietta Szold, (dir/prod: Abby Ginzberg) will also be presented as a Pennsylvania premiere. The documentary explores the life of Henrietta Szold, founder of Hadassah, whose work established a healthcare system treating Arabs and Jews equally and helped rescue thousands of children from Nazi Europe. A talkback with the director, Abby Ginzberg, will follow the screening.
Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM) creates connection and community through Jewish cinema and digital storytelling, welcoming audiences to engage with Jewish culture and values through its year-round programs. For more information and event details, please visit PJFM website.