Comedy
‘Fantasy Life,’ a Jewish-American dramedy, stars neurotic New Yorkers
The movie is more reminiscent of the films of Noah Baumbach, Nicole Holofcener, and Lisa Cholodenko at their best, or even, at moments, of James L. Brooks.
Spanish film, 'My Friend Eva' - an unromantic comedy, defined by covert cynicism
Laughing through it: Israeli comedy films to celebrate Independence Day
Eretz Nehederet searches for light at the end of the bomb shelter in season finale
Love, laughter, and high-stakes Haredi dating in 'Matchmaking 2' - review
If you’re craving a story that’s both romantic and funny, Matchmaking 2 is a good match.
Zach Margs's viral comedy unites Jewish identity, Israeli culture
Margolin’s comedy has become a way to spread laughter and foster resilience and pride within the Jewish community.
Therapist explains how to use humor to fight Iran's psychological warfare
In challenging times, humor helps to sustain the psychological immune system by altering how we feel, think, and behave.
Steady work: Comedy writers poke fun at antisemites on new X account
The Comedy Brigade is the brainchild of a group of 13 top American comedy writers who have worked for such programs as The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Conan, Frasier, and a couple of others.
Grapevine September 13, 2024: A source of pride
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
American comedian Modi to be inducted in ANU’s Jewish humor hall of fame
Modi is renowned for his sharp impressions and witty commentary on everyday life, often drawing on his experiences as a Jewish person in America.
The Kishon look: The third annual Israeli Comedy Festival
The third annual Israeli Comedy Festival casts a quizzical eye on local developments.
Comedian books room for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in prank call to Qatar hotel
Tsabari said the reservation must be secret so the Palestinian people would not know that the “Palestinian leader is enjoying himself in a hotel while the Palestinian people are suffering."
‘Cat’s Luck,’ part of a wave of new Israeli comedies, officially hits theaters - review
These movies are not meant for sophisticated audiences, and few English speakers ever see them. When Israeli movies go to international film festivals, the comedies almost always stay home.
'Lightening the national mood': Modi performs in Jerusalem amid war - review
During his recent visit to Israel, comedian Modi lightened the national mood amidst conflict, using humor about cultural differences and the country’s current challenges.
