About Us

 

As much a labor of love as a mission, The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival strives to bring the finest examples of cinema from around the world to South Florida. The chosen films are as diverse as our community. Some focus on Jewish issues, others spotlight Jewish achievement and valor; still others document Jewish culture, arts, and history. All of our films celebrate the Jewish experience and the diversity of the community. Founded in 1990, the festival continues to grow and evolve as we continue to expand our selection of narrative features, short films and documentaries to reflect the tastes and needs of our audience. Now year-round, we continue the process of engaging, entertaining and educating through film events for greater Palm Beach County.

Advisory Committee

Donald M. Ephraim, Chair
Ellen Falk
Marjorie Konigsberg, Opening Night Chair
Peter Liebman
Doreen Lieberman, Special Events Chair
Paula Lustbader
Barbara Mines
Ron Sider, Volunteer Chair
Cyma Satell
Claire Tornay
Renee Walden
Naomi Weissenberg

 

Festival Staff

Ellen Wedner, Head of Festivals
Mario Lopez, Managing Director, Arts & Culture
Cynthia Pellach, Festivals Coordinator
Robin Hoffenberg, Arts & Culture Society Coordinator

Screening Committee

Helen Bix
Don Ephraim
Vivienne Felberman Ivry
Ellie Hart
Gail Haymovitz
Diane Kershenbaum
Marjorie Konigsberg
Doreen Lieberman
Vivian Lieberman
Maxine Marks
Nick Martin
Marilyn Mitzner
Larry Parsky
Ron Sider
Nancy Sims
Carole Spilberg
Claire Tornay, Co-Chair
Renee Walden, Co-Chair
Naomi Weissenberg

Email [email protected] or click here to become a Film Society Member at the $80 Actor Level and enjoy:
1) Early Ordering before the public - December 22 to January 2
2) Discounts on all festival tickets and year-round film programming
Click here to “buy tickets” and purchase online or call 1-877-318-0071. Advance purchase helps guarantees your seat! Box office open to the public: January 3 - February 12. Call 561-712-5235 to join the Film Society.