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Finale of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ is a fitting ending

As we bid farewell to “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” we reflect on the unforgettable episodes that defined this iconic comedy.

Everything we know about Marisa Abela’s Jewish identity

The actress, who will be portraying Amy Winehouse in the upcoming biopic “Back to Black,” felt a kinship with Winehouse’s Jewish identity.

The Jewish moments of the 2024 Oscars

Let’s dive into all the Jewish moments of Hollywood’s biggest night of the year.

Unpacking Israel’s history at the Oscars

Here are some of the highlights from Israel’s history at the Oscars through the decades.

The true story behind Netflix’s ‘Einstein and The Bomb’

Here are key moments in Albert Einstein’s life depicted in the film and the real history behind them.

ABC show ‘Truth and Lies: Voyage to the Titanic’ shows how Sean Bloom made the right decision

Sean Bloom, a 21-year-old Jewish Gen Z, recognized that the Titan submersible was fraught with security risks. His prudent judgment saved his and his father’s lives.

Will Larry David head to the beaches of Tel Aviv? In ‘Curb’ final season, a hint of a wild trip

With 11 episodes left, Alan Zeitlin shares his top predictions for the series finale.

Unpacking 3 standout films from the New York Jewish Film Festival

In case you didn’t get to attend this year, here’s a wrap-up of three films that stood out, each chosen for their unique take on Jewish stories.

The top Jewish moments from ‘The Sopranos’

To mark the 25th anniversary of “The Sopranos,” here are some key Jewish moments from the iconic series.

The Jewish erasure of Gretchen Wieners is the least fetch thing about the new ‘Mean Girls’ movie

2024’s Gretchen is still a mean girl for sure, but she — and her Jewishness — feel left behind by a film that largely triumphs in every other way.

Jewish actor Timothée Chalamet shines as Willy Wonka in enchanting new film

Chalamet is the perfect choice for a character who has a positive attitude no matter what and learns to overcome obstacles in his way.

Are Gerry, Leslie and Theresa from ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Jewish?

In its first season, “The Golden Bachelor” is becoming one of the most Jewish seasons of the franchise to date.

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