CBS to Create American Remake of Hit Israeli Series ‘Shtisel’
Jewish News Syndicate
March 19, 2021
The publication said the show is being described as a modern take on “Romeo and Juliet.”
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5 Notable Jewish Nominees for 2021 Oscars
Emily Burack, JTA
March 16, 2021
“Mank,” the black-and-white Netflix film about Jewish screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz, leads the slate of Academy Award nominations in a year when most Americans viewed movies via streaming services.
‘Chicago 7’ ‘Palm Springs,’ ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and Jerry Seinfeld Win Critics’ Choice Awards
Erin Ben-Moche
March 8, 2021
With a new hybrid at-home award show season in full swing, Sunday night’s Critics’ Choice Awards celebrated what the critics felt was the best of TV and film this year.
Mazel Tov! ‘Wonder Woman’s’ Gal Gadot is Pregnant with Third Child
Erin Ben-Moche
March 2, 2021
Mazel Tovs are in order for “Wonder Woman” actress Gal Gadot and husband Yaron Varsano who are expecting their third child together.
Golden Globes: Sacha Baron Cohen Wins Big, and Other Fun Jewish Moments
Gabe Friedman, JTA
March 1, 2021
Cohen won best actor in a comedy or musical, and his “Borat” sequel upset the Disney+ adaptation of “Hamilton” by winning best film in the category at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
Spirits and Scares in ‘The Vigil,’ a Horror Movie with a Hasidic Twist
Gerri Miller
February 26, 2021
“‘Til Kingdom Come’ Exposes the Unholy Alliance Between Evangelicals and Israel
Gerri Miller
February 22, 2021
All the Jewish Nominees for the 2021 Golden Globes
Emily Burack, JTA
February 3, 2021
“Schitt’s Creek” is trying to pick up in the Golden Globes where it left off in the fall with its historic Emmys sweep.
170 Celebs, Execs to Launch New ‘Black-Jewish Entertainment Alliance’
Erin Ben-Moche
February 1, 2021
In the face of institutional racism and rising anti-Semitism the members of the Alliance feel it is critical to stand together and support one another.
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