In 2023, the global collective exercise of holding Jewish Film Festivals seems more consequential than in years past, what with the increase in overt anti-Semitism spurred on by extremists, even in our beloved Lakeside.

Unapologetically revealing the Jewish experience, past and present, and highlighting talented Jewish filmmakers remind, educate, entertain and foster much needed dialogue in today’s times.

The 13th Annual Ajijic Jewish Film Festival (JFF) starts Sunday, January 8, and continues for 7 consecutive Sundays at Cine-Lago. The playbill posters are up, the theater is ready, discounted season ticket sales begin December 29 (details to follow) and the Lake Chapala Jewish Congregation JFF Committee is ready to provide a strong and provocative program of eight original films. You can buy season tickets at the sales table December 26 and January 4 from 10 a.m. to noon at Black Coffee, and on December 29, 10 a.m. to noon, at Café Black and White in Ajijic Plaza.

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