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Welcome to the 2025 Tucson J International Film Festival!

All films that are available for virtual viewing are available to begin streaming through January 31 at 11:59pm MST. Once you begin watching, you have 72-hours to complete your viewing. There is a message beign sent with confirmation emails with the incorrect date. We are working to solve this glitch.


The Film Festival Committee of the Tucson J is thrilled to announce the 34th annual Tucson J International Film Festival.


From January 8 through January 19 at venues throughout metro Tucson, we are showcasing nineteen film events that celebrate the mosaic of Jewish history and culture, including:


  • a farce about an awful Shabbat dinner gone hilariously wrong (Bad Shabbos)





This year, the film committee has gone above and beyond to bring you a variety of programs and special guests such as: a talkback with acclaimed Hollywood actor Mark Feuerstein (Guns & Moses), an interpretive dance performance (Call Me Dancer), a hat contest (Bella!), and a chance to learn and play "the Blackjack of the Jewish people” (Yaniv). 


You won't want to miss a thing! 


If you didn't catch our in-person film events – or want to rewatch one of your favorites – you can watch most of this year's films online from January 17 through January 31 at 11:59pm (MST).


None of this would be possible without the continued support of our sponsors, community partners, dedicated volunteers, and you, our cherished audience. Your enthusiasm and participation have made the Tucson J International Film Festival among the oldest and most respected Jewish film festivals in the country.  


We look forward to having you join us. 





See you there! 


Robin H. Schultz, Chair

2025 Tucson J International Film Festival 


Special Thanks


This film festival would not be possible without the collective contributions of...

Our Donors


Platinum Patron Of The Arts

Harvey and Deanna Evenchik-Brav Philanthropic Fund

 

Gold Patron Of The Arts

Ellen Kaye

 

Silver Patron Of The Arts

Anonymous

Rabbi Stephanie and Dr. Jack Aaron

Lindsey Baker

Frances Chapin Foundation Philanthropies

Gertrude Gordon

Fran and Jeff Katz

Jane Kivel

Bertie and Jack z"l Levkowitz Donor Advised Fund

Donna Moser

Irwin Rothenberg

Lee Surwit


 Bronze Patron Of The Arts

Film Festival Directors

Anonymous  

Audrey Brooks and Dick Lauwasser 

Janis and Danny Gasch  

Fay Green, Israel Wyganski, and Family  

Denise Grusin and Jim Wezelman 

Sarah Iden and Marc Herman  

Bill and Bonnie Jacobson  

Kristi Lewis 

Yvonne and Stuart Lorch 

Marcia and Rabbi Thomas Louchheim  

Caren and Dr. Tom Newman  

Liz Weiner-Schulman  

Ina and Ian Shivak  

 

Film Festival Star

Susan Bovre  

Mari Carlos  

Joy and Dr. Mike Feldman  

Jill and Joel Hurwitz  

Aubrey and Deanna Mendelow

Jenni and Todd Rockoff

Robin H. Schultz and Reg E. Williams  

 

Film Festival Supporting Role

Nancy Lefkowitz and Joel Alpert  

Shira and Steve Klein  

 

Film Festival Film Fan

Michelle Blumenberg  

Shelley Carton  

Rosie and Paul Kahn  

Anne and David Lowe  

Laura Penny  

Ronnie Sebold  

Monique Steinberg  

Marianne and Stuart Taussig



Our Corporate Sponsors



Our Community Partners

*As of October 15, 2024


Our Film Festival Committee

Susan Bovre 

Audrey Brooks 

Mari Carlos 

Joy Feldman 

Fay Green 

Sarah Iden 

Suzette Joffroy 

Cookie Little

Harold Loewenheim 

Deanna Mendelow 

Robin H. Schultz (Festival Chair)


Tucson J Staff

Todd Rockoff, President + CEO

Josh Shenker, Chief Operations Officer

Fran Katz, Chief Development Officer

Allison Snyder, Chief Experience Officer

Mike Gadarian, Chief Financial Officer

Jennifer Selco, Senior Director of Jewish Living + Engagement

Rachael Mitchell, Senior Director of Marketing, Communications, + PR

Lauren Lynn, Senior Graphic Designer

Dale Green, Senior Building Services Director