The "Jew" in Cinema: From The Golem to Don't Touch My Holocaust (The Helen and Martin Schwartz Lectures in Jewish Studies)
by Omer Bartov
Omer Bartov's 'The "Jew" in Cinema' examines Jewish representations in film, from the mythical Golem to poignant Holocaust stories. Part of the Helen and Martin Schwartz Lectures in Jewish Studies, it offers a scholarly exploration of how cinema has depicted Jewish identity across decades, revealing cultural and historical insights.
About This Book
The book 'The "Jew" in Cinema: From The Golem to Don't Touch My Holocaust' is part of The Helen and Martin Schwartz Lectures in Jewish Studies. Authored by Omer Bartov, it delves into the depiction of Jewish themes and characters in cinematic history.
Tracing representations from early films like The Golem to contemporary works addressing the Holocaust, the text analyzes how cinema has shaped and reflected Jewish identity and experiences.
As a scholarly work, it provides insights into the cultural and historical contexts of these portrayals, offering a critical perspective on film's role in Jewish studies.
The lectures highlight the complexities of Jewish imagery in media, contributing to broader discussions in film and cultural analysis.
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