SJFF: THE JEWISH JAIL LADY & THE HOLY THIEF (Virtual)
March 20 - March 26
A heartwarming documentary that follows the unbelievable pasts and brilliant love story of Rabbi Mark Borovitz and Harriet Rossetto. Their journeys not only led them to one another but to the formation of Beit T’Shuvah in in Los Angeles, a one-of-a-kind recovery and treatment center known across the globe.
In-Person Showtime: March 17 | SJCC | 1 pm • Streaming Window: March 20-26
More on THE JEWISH JAIL LADY AND THE HOLY THIEF: A LOVE STORY OF RELIGIOUS PROPORTIONS
Barry Rosenthal, Victor Velle | Documentary | USA | 2022 | English | 60m | PG-13
Rabbi Mark Borovitz refers to his past self as a con man and a thief. His wife, Harriet Rossetto, simply calls her husband “a good guy who did bad things.” Who would ever believe a Jewish felon and a promiscuous divorcée could come together to save countless lives? Together, the eccentric couple run Beit T’Shuvah in Los Angeles, a one-of-a-kind recovery and treatment center that doubles as a synagogue. Their unexpected, brilliant love story fuels this fascinating, messy, sometimes downright dirty film about love and redemption. Winner of the Best Documentary award at the 2022 Santa Barbara Jewish Film Festival.
Director Bio
Barry Rosenthal is a director, creative director, and producer living in Marina del Rey, California. One of the creators of The Food Network and former director of broadcast, advertising, and promotion for NBC, he has launched and marketed scores of TV shows and cable properties including ESPN, HBO, Showtime, CNN, NBC Sports, “Live with Regis and Kathy Lee,” and “People’s Court,” among others. View official bio on IMDB.
Victor Velle’s work spans documentaries, music videos, and narrative films. He has directed multiple documentary shorts including NOMAD and ACROSS BORDERS and the award-winning feature-length documentary 8 BILLION ANGELS. As a production designer, he has made over a dozen music videos with more than four-million views each.
View official bio on IMDB.
Community Partner: Temple De Hirsch Sinai/Endless Opportunities
Seattle Jewish Film Festival Information
Need help? Contact boxoffice@sjcc.org | 206.388.0833 (email fastest!). Get all the information you need for 28th Seattle Jewish Film Festival through the links below, including a full listing of all the films. The Films Get a quick look at the films in this year's Seattle Jewish Film Festival, plus links to calendars, special events and guests. The Films >> |  Box Office Purchase your passes, packages, and single tickets for the 2023 Seattle Jewish Film Festival. Tickets + passes on sale Feb. 8. Box Office >> |  FAQs + More Get full information on how to watch virtually + where to watch in person. Have a question? Check here >> |  Support SJFF Support SJFF’s transformative power of cinematic storytelling, communal gathering, and traditions that strengthen our community. Donate Today >> |
| Support SJFF’s Return to Theaters Today. Become a sponsor/partner today >> |
You must be logged in to post a comment.