GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II
Synopsis
550,000 Jewish American men and women fought in World War II. In their own words, veterans both famous and unknown (from Hollywood director Mel Brooks to former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger) bring their war experiences to life: how they fought for for their nation and their people, struggled with anti-Semitism within their ranks, and emerged transformed, more powerfully American and more deeply Jewish.
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GI JEWS Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-01-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lisa Ades
- Screenplay & Story
- Maia Harris
- Original Score
- Joel Goodman
- Original Title
- GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Turquoise Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lisa Ades
Maia Harris
Joel Goodman
Daniel B. Gold
George O'Donnell
Lisa Ades, Amanda Bonavita
Department Leadership Roster
Lisa Ades
Producer
Joel Goodman
Original Music Composer
Amanda Bonavita
Producer
Daniel B. Gold
Director of Photography
Lisa Ades
Director
George O'Donnell
Editor
Maia Harris
Writer
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What is GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II about?
550,000 Jewish American men and women fought in World War II. In their own words, veterans both famous and unknown (from Hollywood director Mel Brooks to former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger) bring their war experiences to life: how they fought for for their nation and their people, struggled with anti-Semitism within their ranks, and emerged transformed, more powerfully American and more deeply Jewish.
Who directed GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II?
GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II was directed by Lisa Ades.
Who stars in GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II?
The principal cast of GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II includes Mark Zeisler.
When was GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II released and how long is it?
GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II?
The original motion picture soundtrack for GI Jews: Jewish Americans in World War II was composed by Joel Goodman.