'Legend of Destruction': Israeli film to be screened for Tisha B'Av offers ways not to repeat history.

Autor: PALMER, JOANNE
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Zdroj: New Jersey Jewish News; 7/26/2024, Vol. 78 Issue 45, p14-19, 6p
Abstrakt: "Legend of Destruction" is an Israeli film that delves into the destruction of the Second Temple and Jerusalem in 70 C.E. It draws from various historical sources, including the work of Flavius Josephus and talmudic stories, to portray these events. The film explores themes such as internal conflict, baseless hatred, and socioeconomic disparities as contributing factors to the destruction. It serves as a cautionary tale, urging viewers to learn from history and avoid repeating past mistakes. "Legend of Destruction" is a thought-provoking film that emphasizes the significance of compromise and the dangers of history repeating itself. It consists of around 1,500 paintings by artists David Polonsky and Michael Faust, using classical artwork to depict historical events and allowing room for interpretation, akin to talmudic storytelling. The film will be screened globally on Tisha B'Av, an important day in Judaism, to raise awareness and encourage dialogue. [Extracted from the article]
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