Jewboy

Australia, 52 minutes
Director: Tony Krawitz
Screenwriter: Tony Krawitz
Cast: Ewan Leslie, Naomi Wilson, Saskia Burmeister

Synopsis: Yuri Kovner, son of a Rabbi, is 23 when his father's death triggers his return to the Chassidic community of Jewish Sydney. Through his grief, Yuri struggles with his faith and his family and community, as he comes to understand who he is and where he is from. JEWBOY is a film filled with longing, humour and hope about a young man finding his place in the world.

WINNER: Best Short Fiction Film, Best Screenplay for a Short Film, and Best Cinematography at the 2005 Australian Film Institute Awards

website: http://www.porchlightfilms.com.au/jewboy.html

Showtimes: Thursday, April 27, 5:15 PM - Tuesday, May 2, 12:00 PM

preceded by: Antonio's Breakfast