The Yiddish Cinema (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1991, The Yiddish Cinema is a documentary film directed by Rich Pontius, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Narrated by prolific writer and director David Mamet, this film is a perfect introduction to Yiddish cinema. The Yiddish Cinema traces the history of the genre through interviews, archival photographs, and film clips of many of The National Center for Jewish Film's Yiddish feature films.
Who’s in it. The Yiddish Cinema stars David Mamet as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Yiddish Cinema has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Yiddish Cinema page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Yiddish Cinema tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Yiddish Cinema (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Yiddish Cinema change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Yiddish Cinema worth watching?
- The Yiddish Cinema holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Yiddish Cinema?
- The Yiddish Cinema stars David Mamet.
- When was The Yiddish Cinema released?
- The Yiddish Cinema was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.