Join me for a humorous look at identity, conversion and finding yourself – in this case – as an ultra Orthodox Jew. We’ll view an East Bay Premiere of:
Circumcise Me!
USA, 2007, 47 minutes, English
“Is it hot in here, or am I the only one dressed for Poland in the 17th Century?” While Yisrael Campbell certainly looks like an Ultra-Orthodox rabbi with his long black coat, big black hat and side curls, he is also a comedian who converted to Judaism not once but three times. In this hilarious and soul-searching stand-up routine/documentary, he talks about his spiritual journey—from a drugged up teen in Philadelphia to a comic in Jerusalem.
Date: Tuesday, March 3
Time: 1:00 pm
Place: Contra Costa JCC, 2071 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek
Cost: $5, to purchase tickets go to www.jfed.org and clink on the Film Festival
For more information call Dawn at 510-845-64230 x11
Co-sponsored with the CC Jewish Film Festival