August 5th, 12th & 19th
We’re in the planning stages of our 13th annual festival, and this year brings a couple of changes: a new location at The Pointe 14 Cinemas and a new month on the calendar. Mark your calendars for six screenings this March.
Sundays & Wednesdays
March 7 to 24, 2027
Screening Dates
Our film lineup is being finalized now. Check back soon for titles, trailers and tickets.
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Wednesday, August 5 · 7:00 PM
View The TrailerMost people know Woody Guthrie as the voice of the Dust Bowl and the writer of This Land is Your Land. After he arrived in New York City in the 1940s Guthrie became deeply connected to Jewish culture which profoundly influenced his life and music. Dust Bowls and Jewish Souls explores this little-known chapter of his story while also highlighting the life of his mother-in-law, Ukrainian immigrant and acclaimed Yiddish poet Aliza Greenblatt. Discover a fascinating new perspective on one of America's most beloved folk musicians. From the dust storms of Oklahoma to the lox and bagels of Coney Island, a whole new side of Woody Guthrie emerges that will forever change your view of one of America's most celebrated songwriters and cultural icons.
Wednesday, August 12 · 7:00 PM
View The TrailerGet ready for a wild romp on the waters of the Kinneret, the sea of Galilee, where what should have been an intimate pre wedding henna celebration becomes an unforgettable floating Fiesta when Dudu returns from America to Israel with his fiancée's American family aboard the legendary Lido, Tiberius' most famous tourist boat. Guests are swept into a joyous storm of music dancing colorful Moroccan traditions larger than life relatives and one outrageous surprise after another. As the laughter grows and the mishigas (chaos), reaches full speed, Dudu unexpectedly reconnects with his childhood sweetheart. American Henna is a comedy filled with family, romance and nonstop fun. Come aboard and discover that sometimes life's biggest surprises arrive when everything goes hilariously off course.
Wednesday, August 19 · 7:00 PM
View The TrailerOnce Upon My Mother is based on a true story. In 1963, Esther gave birth to Roland, the youngest sibling of a large family. Roland was born with a clubfoot that prevented him from standing. Against everyone's advice, she promised her son that he would be able to walk just like everyone else and have a wonderful life. From that moment on, Esther devoted herself fully to ensuring this promise came true. Spanning decades of challenges, triumphs, and moments of humor, this uplifting drama tells the story of an extraordinary journey powered by determination, resilience, and a mother's unwavering love for her child.
Best Documentary – Diane Warren: Relentless
Best Narrative – The Ring
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A big thank you to the committee and sponsors who make this festival possible.
Enjoy festival every year: most intellectually stimulating stuff around!
Standing Against Antisemitism
More than 300 people filled Thalian Hall for the first theatrical showing of Against the Wind: The Fight to End Hate, a documentary on the rise of antisemitism and the power of ordinary people to answer hate with courage, education, and connection.
Against the Wind: The Fight to End Hate
On April 12, 2026 a new film was screened at Thalian Hall in Wilmington, NC for a full house. People of different backgrounds saw a film that had the power to change them, a film that summarized the history of antisemitism and other forms of hatred, depicting the power of words to forge a hateful Nazi ideology and propaganda, to build a ruthless killing machine. But Against the Wind also convincingly showed the power of language to counteract hate and connect us to each other.
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Each season, we carefully curate films that not only entertain but also encourage reflection, understanding, and appreciation for the richness of Jewish life. Through these shared experiences, we aim to strengthen cultural ties and highlight the common threads that unite us all.
Each season, we carefully curate films that not only entertain but also encourage reflection, understanding, and appreciation for the richness of Jewish life. Through these shared experiences, we aim to strengthen cultural ties and highlight the common threads that unite us all.
Through film, conversation, and shared experience, WJFF brings people together to celebrate stories that matter
Experience the richness of Jewish culture brought to life on the big screen. We feature timeless stories, powerful documentaries & contemporary films that challenge, inspire and entertain. Our festival offers a vibrant mix of perspectives that highlight both the uniqueness and universality of Jewish life.
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We believe film is a powerful tool for learning. Through post-screening discussions, guest speakers, and curated programs, we encourage deeper understanding of Jewish history, culture, and contemporary issues. Our educational outreach helps foster dialogue across generations and communities.
Education & Outreach →Our Next Jewish Film Festival begins on April 26th, 2026. The Countdown is on!
A look back at our most recent screenings, series, and special events
Two Free Events. One Important Conversation.
Over two September evenings at UNCW, Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt, historian, author, and former U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, brought her keynote History, Memory, and the Fight Against Hate to Kenan Auditorium. The following night, Lumina Theater hosted a screening of Denial, the acclaimed 2016 drama based on her book, recounting the libel suit English author David Irving brought against her and the court case that put the burden on her legal team to prove that the Holocaust did indeed take place.
Sponsored by ACE Films, in partnership with University Advancements and the Wilmington Jewish Film Festival.
Where to watch: Stream Denial free with a library card on Kanopy or Hoopla, or rent it on Prime Video and Apple TV.
Three Wednesday nights in August at The Pointe 14 Theaters brought audiences a folk-music documentary, a wild Israeli comedy, and an uplifting French true story.
Our 2026 Festival brought audiences six unforgettable films across two weeks.
Early Screening for the 2026 WJFF
We hosted a special screening of Against The Wind: The Fight To End Hate - A powerful and timely documentary examining the historical roots of antisemitism. The film explores how it developed and how it has endured over the centuries, told with urgency and clarity.
Where to watch: Touring festivals now. Follow againstthewindmovie.com for upcoming screenings and a future streaming release.
WJFF Event In Honor Of International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Special screening of Among Neighbors! This event included a brief introduction by filmmaker Yoav Potash, and an in-depth post-film Q&A compilation that revealed the fascinating making-of stories, as well as the ongoing controversy behind this critically-acclaimed film.
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Apple TV and Prime Video.
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The Wilmington Jewish Film Festival is supported in part by the United Jewish Appeal of Wilmington. We could not do what we do if it was not for the UJA of Wilmington every year.
A big thank you to The City of Wilmington, The Landfall Foundation & The N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources for providing grants and resources every year to the festival.
Now streaming on Apple TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube, Fandango at Home and Google Play.
Check out the Bad Shabbos Official Website Here
Currently playing in theaters in NYC, Los Angeles, Ft Lee, NJ Check their website for upcoming theatrical releases and film festivals on their Official Website Here.
Screening scheduled in Raleigh on February 12, 2026. More details to come.
Released to AMC Theaters on October 3; View their website for showtimes in cities they’re showing in.
Currently not being shown in NC or SC.
You can learn more at One Big Happy Family’s Official Website Here.
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