29th Annual Denver Jewish Film Festival
On behalf of all of us at the Mizel Arts and Culture Center (MACC), Jewish Community Center of Denver (JCC), and this year’s Film Selection Committee, we would like to welcome you to the 29th Annual Denver Jewish Film Festival. This year, although there will be opportunities for some virtual screenings, we are emphasizing community connection through in-person showings. We aim to bring to you the very best in Israeli and Jewish cinema from around the world with this year’s exciting lineup.
Schedule:
6:00 PM: Opening Night Reception
7:30 PM: Running on Sand
2025 DJFF Opening Night Film Sponsored by Strear Family Foundation
Director: Adar Shafran
Aumari, a young Eritrean refugee living in Israel, is about to be deported back to his home country. After a spontaneous escape attempt at the airport, he is mistaken for a Nigerian striker, who is supposed to arrive at the same time. Aumari seizes the opportunity and benefits for his change of identity as the new key acquisitions for the team of ‘Maccabi Netanya’. Despite the absence of any soccer talent, Aumari is able to cover-up and heal the divisions of his struggling team, while a tender romantic bond with the charmingly unconventional daughter of the team owner is growing.
104 Minutes
Hebrew, English Israel 2023
Tickets:
10 Pack Pass: $140
All Access Pass: $250 (Includes All VIP Experiences)
Opening Night Reception: $58
Individual Tickets: $18
Student/Senior Tickets: $15
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