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Deep Dive: Rewind (2019)

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Rewind
Rewind is a documentary directed by Sasha Neulinger that focuses on a family's experience with child abuse and the subsequent legal actions taken against the abuser. The film incorporates extensive camcorder footage recorded by the family, providing a personal perspective on the events before, during, and after the abuse. This approach allows viewers to witness the impact of the abuse on the family dynamics and their struggle to cope with the trauma. The documentary also covers the prosecution of Howard Nevison, a former cantor at Temple Emanu-El in New York, who faced multiple criminal charges related to child abuse. The film's narrative is supported by the family's own recordings, which serve as a powerful tool for understanding their emotional journey and the complexities of seeking justice.

Why Watch

  • •See the family's real camcorder footage from before the abuse.
  • •Meet Howard Nevison, a key figure in a high-profile prosecution.
  • •Find out how crowdfunding helped bring this film to life.

Did You Know

•The film was part-funded by a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $175,000.
•Rewind premiered in 2019 and has a runtime of 86 minutes.
•Howard Nevison was a cantor at the Temple Emanu-El in New York.
•The film received a Special Jury Mention at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Perfect For

Child abuse awarenessDocumentary film enthusiastsLegal drama followers