12th Annual
2025
November 20 - 23, 2025
tickets now on sale!
12th ANNUAL Atlantic Jewish Film Festival: Tickets are limited -- secure yours today before they are gone!
Be part of the festival. Be part of the stories! Don't miss your chance to experience these unforgettable films & special screenings with incredible filmmakers.
All screenings are at Pier 21.
Opening Night Spotlight: Thursday, November 20, 7p.m.
We are thrilled to open with a powerful film from Halifax filmmaker Lynda Medjuck Suissa - the world premiere of “Sheitel - Beauty in the Hidden”.
A documentary exploring the cultural, religious, and personal significance of hair covering among Jewish women, particularly in Orthodox and Hasidic communities.
Join us for a world premiere screening with director Lynda Medjuck Suissa in attendance. The evening will feature:
- A special introduction by the director
- A post screening Q&A
- A reception to follow
Saturday Night: Feature Film + Live Entertainment + Party: November 22, 8p.m.:
Join Canadian comedy duo and filmmakers Eli Batalion and Jamie Elman for an entertaining evening!
Swedishkayt: YidLife Crisis in Stockholm, filmmakers Eli Batalion and Jamie Elman in attendance.
Get ready to laugh and kvell! Swedishkayt: YidLife Crisis in Stockholm with self-proclaimed international Yiddish-ish icons YidLife Crisis—Canadian comedy duo Eli Batalion and Jamie Elman— film + live comedy! Party to follow - kosher catering + cash bar.
Closing film: Sunday, November 23, 6:30p.m.
The Ring - Israel 2024, 122 mins, Hebrew and Hungarian, Dramady.
A heart-warming dramady about three generations and the family history that reconnects them. The Ring is written by and stars Adir Miller, and based on his personal story.
2025 AJFF Virtual Festival: November 24 - December 31. Screening in Atlantic Canada! Virtual Film Bundle with 4 feature films!
- Soul of a Nation - USA/ Israel, 2025, 105 minutes, English/ Hebrew, Documentary.
- Bliss (Hemda) - Israel 2024, 125 mins, Hebrew, Arabic, Drama.
- Turn Left at the End of the World, Remastered - a film by: Avi Nesher, Israel, 2004, 108 Minutes, Hebrew/French, Romance/Comedy.
- Matchmaking 2 - Israel 2024, 107 mins, Hebrew, Comedy.
12th Annual AJFF: November 20 - 23, 2025
Click on the film listed in the schedule to buy tickets! Click on the film guide to view the trailers! Virtual Bundle Tickets on sale now!
How to watch AJFF virtual films
If you don't have your tickets yet and/or you have been provided with a coupon code:
- For the Virtual Film package above, click on the Virtual Bundle, and the "Unlock Now" button.
- If you have been provided with a coupon code, click on "Have a discount code?" and enter it.
- When prompted, enter your email address (first time only) and then either sign in with your existing Eventive account, or register for an account when prompted. If it prompts you for a password and you don’t know it, you must click the “Forgot your password” option to reset the password.
- Complete the order process. When complete you will be provided your RSVP ticket and we will also receive confirmation.
Once you have your tickets, here's how to watch AJFF virtual screenings on your devices.
For TVs including:
- Most Smart TVs
- Roku
- Chromecast
- Apple TV
Install the eventive app, then go here to connect your Eventive account to the app. Your AJFF films will be available to you in the app.
For these devices:
- Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, Linux Computer
- Tablets, smartphones, including iPad and iPhone.
Install the eventive app (tablets/phones) OR go to eventive.com (computers), then sign in to your account. Your AJFF films will be available to you there.
For computers:
- Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, Linux Computer
Click the Login button on the Eventive schedule above (when available). Your AJFF films will be available to you there.
For detailed instructions on using each of these devices, see Eventive's help site here.
If you've already tried the steps at the link above click here to get live help from Eventive support!
Our Sponsors
2025 FILM PARTNERS
The Azrieli Foundation | Bishop’s Cellar | The Consulate of Israel | Israel Bonds Canada | Universal Realty Group | WBC Designs |
2025 PRODUCERS
Valerie MacDonald & Jim Spatz
2025 DIRECTORS
Lois & Ricardo Bessoudo
Hedda Medjuck
About The AJFF
The Atlantic Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) is presented by the Atlantic Jewish Council (AJC). The festival provides an opportunity for people in Atlantic Canada to experience the Jewish world through film.
The AJFF offers film lovers documentaries, comedies and dramas that otherwise would not screen in our region. We choose films to engage, entertain and educate a diverse, inclusive audience.
We are excited to present another great year of engaging films highlighting Jewish life and culture around the world.
Sharing our values and culture with each other and the broader community through the enrichment that films provide.
Contact: Edna LeVine, Director of Community Engagement (AJC)
AJFF Committee: Lynn Rotin, Chair | Yoram Abisror (AJC) | Jon Goldberg | Anna Hazankin | Linda Law | Edna LeVine (AJC) | Jordan Schelew | Schuyler Smith | Ann Thaw | Howard Thaw | Kristina Wakfer | Peggy Walt
About the Atlantic Jewish Council
The Atlantic Jewish Council (AJC) has been the cornerstone of Jewish life in the Atlantic Canadian provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, and Newfoundland & Labrador) since 1975, acting as the organized Jewish community’s representative and program/service provider for non-religious matters. With only a small staff complement and a modest budget, the AJC relies on the support of over 100 volunteers across Atlantic Canada to move the needle on our eight strategic priorities:
- Building a sense of Jewish community across Atlantic Canada;
- Strengthening Jewish identity amongst the Jews of Atlantic Canada, especially our youth;
- Reinforcing the regional identity of the Atlantic Canadian Jewish community;
- Supporting and connecting Atlantic Canadians to Israel;
- Educating about the Holocaust and human rights;
- Helping those in need in our community;
- Fostering relationships with and representing the Atlantic Jewish population to all levels of government, academic institutions, and Jewish and general organizations at both the national and local level; and
- Educating the community of Atlantic Canada at large about Judaism.
The AJC is happy to once again present the Atlantic Jewish Film Festival.
