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200282 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Trailers Schmailers

200282 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Jewish film trailers from the Marx Brothers to Schindler's List illustrate the evolution of Jewish representation in American cinema, featuring figures like Woody Allen and Barbra Streisand.

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Jewish film trailers from the Marx Brothers to Schindler's List illustrate the evolution of Jewish representation in American cinema, featuring figures like Woody Allen and Barbra Streisand.

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Jenni Olson

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From the Marx Brothers to Schindler's List, this compilation of Jewish film trailers offers a glimpse at the history of Jews in American cinema. A mixture of humor, social commentary, and drama, these original coming attractions trailers offer insight into the relationship between Hollywood's studio marketing departments and the growing visibility of Jews in American life. Trailers Schmailers includes spotlights on Woody Allen and Barbra Streisand, an overview of films about New York Jewish life, a look at the evolution of films about the holocaust, and more.

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