The first 20 people who register will be able to stream ALLIANCE, a feature documentary from the Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media Festival. A link will be sent by email after you register.
Desperate to escape religious persecutions in 1882 Imperial Russia, 43 Jewish families fled the region to a desolate plot of land across the ocean in Salem County, NJ, 40 miles outside Philadelphia. This group of people, a community with little to no agricultural skills, went on to create the Alliance Colony, considered to be the first successful Jewish farming community in the United States. ALLIANCE, a meticulously crafted film about the little-known history of the colony, is a fascinating look at Jewish resilience and success, a tribute to the legacy of these immigrants who arrived with nothing and created a safe haven of their own that spanned decades. Directed by Susan Donnelly.
After streaming the film, there will be a discussion about Alliance with Abby Gilbert.
Information for the event is below:
Virtual Film Discussion with Abby | ALLIANCE
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 6– 7PM
Join Abby Gilbert is discussing Alliance after streaming it beforehand.
Zoom link will be sent out one week prior.