Presented by TJFF with the Goethe-Institut Toronto
The Toronto Jewish Film Festival 2022 will feature three new German and Austrian (co-)productions. The Goethe-Institut is pleased to co-present:
Chess Story by Philipp Stölzl (Germany/Austria, 2021, 112 min)
When Nazi troops march into Vienna, Josef Bartok is arrested by the Gestapo and thrown into solitary confinement. He is psychologically tormented for months until he steals an old book about chess that sets him on a course that overcomes his mental suffering. Starring Oliver Masucci (
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore), and based on the Stefan Zweig novella.
In person:
Innis Town Hall, 10 June at 3:30 PM
Online:
Available to view anytime between 16 to 26 June
Who's Afraid of Jewish Humor by Jascha Hannover (Germany, 2021, 71 min)
Award-winning director Hannover travels to Germany, Israel, France and the U.S. to explore the complex subject of Jewish humour through a variety of perspectives, ranging from Jewish history and culture to the Torah and psychoanalysis.
Online only:
Available to view anytime between 16 to 26 June
Wet Dog by Damir Lukacevic (Germany, 2021, 103 min)
Teenage Solheil joins a local gang in his predominantly Muslim neighbourhood of Berlin, becoming known as a graffiti artist. In order to gain their acceptance, he hides his Jewish origins until their plan to rob his parents’ jewellery store forces him to decide where his loyalties lie.
In person:
Leah Posluns Theatre (North York), 15 June at 7:30pm
Online:
Available to view anytime between 16 to 26 June
Visit the TJFF FAQ page for ticketing and access information.
Part of the Goethe Institut's focus on German film
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