Come to a free online screening of the documentary, Upheaval: The Journey of Menachem Begin, to be enjoyed anytime between October 31-November 5, 2021. Then join us for a free Zoom discussion with the film’s director, Jonathan Gruber, on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 7:00pm.
Watch the incredible life story of former Israeli Prime Minister, Menachem Begin—imprisoned by the Soviets, orphaned by the Holocaust, crowned Peacemaker by the Nobel Prize Committee--in this captivating documentary. With evocative imagery, rarely seen archival materials, and revealing interviews with those who knew him, Upheaval portrays the life and essence of this brilliant, tough, complex, loving, and proud man who never compromised when the survival of Israel and the Jewish people were at stake.
To view a trailer for the movie, go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVhgEpeEJrg
On November 4th at 7, join us for a discussion about the movie with the director, John Gruber. He has been directing, writing, and producing award-winning documentary films for more than 20 years.
Sponsor: Jewish Federation of Greater Portland and Neveh Shalom’s Israel360