American Birthright

AMERICAN BIRTHRIGHT
Directed by Becky Tahel

Documentary Feature | USA | 2021 | 65 min | English

Philadelphia Premiere
“Should I marry Jewish?” This is the question that Becky Tahel Bordo ponders when her younger sister marries outside of her faith. Born in Israel and raised in the US, Becky is a writer, actress, and filmmaker (you may have seen her in that Jdate commercial!) who never really gave the ramifications of an interfaith marriage much thought while growing up. However, her sister’s selection of a non-Jewish partner – an act some Jewish households still consider taboo – inspires Becky to probe deeper into her Jewish identity and explore the reasons for her initial ambiguity. With a suitcase and camera in hand, Becky embarks on a trip to the Holy Land to “edJEWcate” herself and re-examine her relationship with Torah. In creating her own “birthright” trip, Becky’s spiritual journey enlightens and helps her further embrace her Jewishness. With universal appeal and a Philly connection to boot, this light-hearted and intimate doc will resonate with anyone who’s ever struggled with their sense of identity and purpose.

Official Selection:

• Miami Jewish Film Festival
• San Francisco Jewish Film Festival

PLEASE NOTE: National Museum of American Jewish History (NMAJH) requires Covid-19 vaccination cards (or a picture of them) AND IDs to be permitted entry. Masks are also required inside the theater, which will be limited in capacity.