Saturday, September 28
7:45 pm – Film
9:15 pm – Selichot Service
Join us Saturday evening for a film screening, followed by dessert and Selichot Service.
In Hebrew, Selichot translates to “forgiveness.” There is certainly an emphasis in these prayers on the merciful attributes with which God is said to govern the world. In many ways, the prayers which make up the Selichot service mirror what we find on the Day of Atonement soon after. Please join your temple family in this meaningful service as we ready ourselves for the High Holy Days.
About the film:
All About the Levkoviches
Directed by Ádám Breier
Hungary, 2024, Drama, Hungarian, run time: 85 Minutes
The generous but stubborn boxing coach, Tamás gets along well with everyone but his own son. They have not spoken since the boy, Iván moved to Israel and became religious in an orthodox community. When Tamás’ beloved wife, Zsuzsa dies unexpectedly, Tamas agrees with his son that he can come and sit the Shiva in his house as long as he brings his grandson, Ariel with him. As past conflicts resurface, they embark on an unexpected journey of self- reflection and reconciliation. Father and son are not just obliged to face their old grievances during the one-week religious mourning but to help Ariel deal with his own grief and his obsession that grandma’s spirit is still in the house.
Watch the trailer here.