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The Glory of Life (presented by JFilm, Pittsburgh’s premiere Jewish cultural event)

May 2 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

“JFilm, Pittsburgh’s premiere Jewish cultural event, will screen the best independent Jewish films in area theaters from April 24 – May 4, 2025. We’ll also host visiting filmmakers, vibrant conversations, fun parties, and more. JFilm helps Jewish and non-Jewish viewers alike understand and appreciate Jewish culture more deeply.
This year, we are featuring a terrific film called The Glory of Life, which may be of interest to Littsburgh’s readers. It chronicles the last year of Franz Kafka’s life, during which — amidst his painful battle against tuberculosis — he finds love and true understanding in the dancer Dora Diamant.
The Glory of Life
Friday, May 2nd at 7pm at The Oaks Theater
(Also available to stream virtually: Friday, April 25th to Sunday, May 4th)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_J_OnIcSRQ
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
See the entire lineup and purchase tickets at our website: FilmPittsburgh.org.
View the trailer HERE.
View the ENTIRE Festival Trailer HERE.”
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Details

Date:
May 2
Time:
7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Website:
https://filmpittsburgh.org/pages/jfilm

Venue

The Oaks Theater
Littsburgh: Celebrating Literary Pittsburgh