OCTOBER H8TE - SCREENING & TALKBACK WITH FILMMAKER WENDY SACHS
About this event
Experience the Bay Area premiere of the searing new documentary about the explosion of antisemitism on college campuses, on social media, and on the streets of America after October 7. This documentary, directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Wendy Sachs, explores the alarming rise of antisemitism and anti-Israel activism across the United States following a tragic event and the resulting protests. The film includes compelling testimonies and details the challenges Jewish students face in asserting their identity amidst rising tensions. After the screening, there will be a talkback session with the filmmaker.
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