Trailers Schmailers

Trailers Schmailers

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Status

Released

Release Date

Mar 3, 2002

Runtime

1h 22m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

Trailers Schmailers

Director

Jenni Olson

Description

From the Marx Brothers to Schindler's List, this compilation of Jewish film trailers offers a glimpse at the history of Jews in American cinema. A mixture of humor, social commentary, and drama, these original coming attractions trailers offer insight into the relationship between Hollywood's studio marketing departments and the growing visibility of Jews in American life. Trailers Schmailers includes spotlights on Woody Allen and Barbra Streisand, an overview of films about New York Jewish life, a look at the evolution of films about the holocaust, and more.