For the 150th anniversary of its founding, I produced a documentary commissioned by Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun, an important Upper East Side, modern orthodox synagogue that played a role in the development and transformation of American Jewish life starting after the Civil War.

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In the early 20th century, many Jewish immigrants sought a way to maintain their Jewish identity while fulfilling also their American identity. The legacy of KJ, its community and its leaders is a deepening of the connection between Jewish religious tradition and modern American patriotism.

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This documentary production featured many interview shoots, a deep dive into dozens of boxes filled with archival materials (what treasures were found!) and the filming of various verité scenes. The result is a 35 minute film I am very proud of.