Mara Kleinberg, Author at Unpacked

‘Fantasy Life’ review: A Jewish, neurotic character study that never fully lands

“Fantasy Life” has all the ingredients of a sharp Jewish character study: neurosis, shame, family overload, and emotional confusion. What it lacks is the structure to make those elements fully land.

Is ‘Oy to the World’ Hallmark’s best Hanukkah movie yet?

Hallmark’s new movie “Oy to the World” pairs a rabbi’s son and a reverend’s daughter in a Chrismukkah rom-com.

Jewish artist Mierle Laderman Ukeles turned trash collection into a radical act — her story is told in ‘Maintenance Artist’

The documentary highlights the artwork of the New York Department of Sanitation’s first Artist-in-Residence.

From ‘Dune’ to ‘Superman’ — here are the best movies inspired by the Passover story

Some of our favorite films have been inspired by the Passover story. Here are the best movies for an post-Seder viewing party!

‘For Your Consideration’ is the perfect Purim movie

As Purim story is one about greed and power (along with antisemitism), “For Your Consideration” cleverly mirrors this with the actors’ escalating egos as they chase fame and stir conflict on set.

‘The Glory of Life’ offers a new perspective to Franz Kafka: review

More than just a writer, “The Glory of Life” presents Franz Kafka as a man in love and pain hoping for happiness toward the end of his life.

‘Torah Tropical’ explores dreams denied and the struggles of Jewish converts in Colombia: review

“Torah Tropical,” the new documentary from Ezra Axelrod and producer Heidi Paster, explores the idea that there’s no correct way to be Jewish.

The Jewish man behind The Beatles — ‘Midas Man’ puts Brian Epstein in the spotlight: review

Midas Man” explores the highs and heartbreaks of Brian Epstein, the Jewish visionary who shaped The Beatles into superstars.

Hallmark’s 2024 Hanukkah movies ‘Leah’s Perfect Gift’ and ‘Hanukkah on the Rocks’ vastly differ in their Jewish representation: review

Let’s break down everything you should know about this year’s new Hallmark Hanukkah movies, “Hanukkah on the Rocks” and “Leah’s Perfect Gift.”

The best Hanukkah movies and TV episodes to celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights

From animation to horror to even reality TV, there is so much to watch for the eight nights of this wonderful holiday.

The Jewish lore behind your favorite spooky, scary Halloween creatures

From goblins to witches, Jewish lore and antisemitic stereotypes unite this crew of creepy and kooky mythical creatures.

Finding forgiveness on Yom Kippur: Advice from a therapist and rabbi

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