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Streaming January 12-24, 2024 Digital Screening Room

Germany | 78 minutes | 2023

TKUMAnnheim

US Premiere

"TKUMA," a Hebrew word signifying resurrection and rebirth, serves as a symbolic representation of the post-World War II resurgence of the Jewish community in Mannheim, Germany, a city steeped in centuries of Jewish tradition. The community's heritage, much like the city's own Jewish story, is marked by a rich tapestry of migration and diversity. Director Isabel Gathof returns to the Festival for the third time with her fascinating new film TKUMAnnheim, which offers a rare and authentic glimpse into the vibrant Jewish community life in contemporary Germany. It places a special emphasis on youth activities, including Europe's largest song and dance competition for Jewish children and teenagers known as "Jewrovision," a competition that Mannheim has won twice consecutively. The film embarks on a quest to uncover the visible and invisible Jewish landmarks of the city while exploring the common threads that bind different religions and cultures. While hope is a central theme that permeates the film, from its visual aesthetics to the incorporation of traditional Hanukkah melodies in the music, the specter of anti-Semitism looms over the community and its members, casting a shadow on their collective journey.

Director's Bio

Directed by Isabel Gathof

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Isabel Gathof is the founder of Feinshmeker Film, which focuses on documentary films dealing with Jewish topics. TKUMAnnheim is Isabel’s third film to premiere at the Miami Jewish Film Festival, after Moritz Oppenheim (MJFF 2018) and Fritz Bauer’s Legacy (MJFF 2023).

Cast and Credits

Director

Isabel Gathof

Screenwriter

Isabel Gathof

Cinematographer

Nicolas Mussell

Editor

Isabel Gathof

Cast

Elina Brustinova, Suhail Butt

Film Info

Year

2023

Country

Germany

Run-time

78 minutes

Language

German with English subtitles
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