About Us

The JCC of Greater Rochester established the Rochester Jewish Film Festival in 2001 to present the best contemporary Jewish themed films from around the world to the Rochester community. RJFF exists to promote awareness and pride in the diversity of the Jewish people; to strengthen community consciousness of Jewish identity, history and culture; to provide a forum for community gatherings that allows valuable dialogue; and to create an international showcase for filmmakers whose work explores Jewish themes.

FESTIVAL CHAIR:

Elliot Fix

FESTIVAL FOUNDER

Carl Lasky

FESTIVAL DIRECTOR:

Andrea Miller

JCC PRESIDENT:

Jeremy Wolk

JCC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:

Leslie Berkowitz

FESTIVAL COMMITTEE:

Barbara Aurnou
Michal Benita-Weiss
Frederick Burger
Howard Cohen
Ruth Cowing
Claudette Entenberg
Monica Gebell
Rona Litt
Jeff Lurie
Susan Mandl
Helene Newman
Sid Rosenzweig
Rita Rudnick
Mike Silverstein
Marcia Stern

The mission of the JCC is to strengthen Jewish identity and promote Jewish continuity in an environment that provides opportunities for meaningful cultural enrichment, physical well-being, social, educational and recreational experiences for individuals and families.