Monday, Nov 17, 2025
Torah Tropical | Pennsylvania Premiere
2 PM Film Screening
$10 Students with ID | $13 Seniors | $15 General Admission
Ambler Theater
Live at The Weitzman
Directed by Jimmy Ferguson, Ezra Axelrod, Gloria Nancy Monsalve
Documentary | Columbia | 2024 | 100 min | Spanish with English Subtitles
This insightful and visually stunning documentary follows a Colombian Orthodox Jewish family’s difficult quest to leave their home country, where Jews are rare, and immigrate to Israel to make Aliyah. As they dream of fleeing local gang violence and homicides, they also prepare for a new set of challenges as their journey to Israel draws nearer.
Official Selection
San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, World Premiere
Miami Jewish Film Festival
New York Jewish Film Festival
Festival Internacional de Cine de Cali, Audience Award Winner
“A meditation about how far strength and belief can take you.” – Unpacked
“Torah Tropical captivates with stunning visuals…offering a poetic exploration of the universal quest for identity.” – Miami Jewish Film Festival
This event is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media. Please contact info@phillyjfm.org with any questions.