ABOUT US The JCC of Greater Rochester established the Rochester Jewish Film Festival in 2001 to present the best contemporary Jewish themed films from around the world to the Rochester community. RJFF exists to promote awareness and pride in the diversity of the Jewish people; to strenghthen community consciensness of Jewish identity, history and culture; to provide a forum for community gatherings that allows valuable dialogue; and to create an international showcase for filmmakers whose work explores Jewish themes. |
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FESTIVAL CHAIR:
Elliot Fix FESTIVAL FOUNDER Carl Lasky FESTIVAL DIRECTOR: Andrea Miller JCC PRESIDENT: Marshall Lesser JCC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Leslie Berkowitz |
FESTIVAL COMMITTEE: Barbara Aurnou Michal Benita-Weiss Frederick Burger Howard Cohen Claudette Entenberg Lester D. Friedman Rona Litt Jeff Lurie Susan Mandl Helene Newman Sid Rosenzweig Rita Rudnick Mike Silverstein Marcia Stern |
The mission of the JCC is to strengthen Jewish identity and promote Jewish continuity in an environment that provides opportunities for meaningful cultural enrichment, physical well-being, social, educational and recreational experiences for individuals and families. |
