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Lena Dunham, born on May 13, 1986, is a Jewish-American actress, filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, and editor. She is best known as the creator, writer, and star of the series "Girls," for which she received two Golden Globe Awards.
Heywood "Woody" Allen, born on December 1, 1935, is a multifaceted Jewish-American filmmaker, screenwriter, playwright, actor, comedian, musician, and author. He is one of the most significant figures in cinema, with a career that spans from the second half of the 20th century well into the 21st ...
Jewish-American comedian, actor, writer, producer and director, co-creator and star of Seinfeld, who turned Jewish-New York observational comedy into a global language of popular culture
Harvey Weinstein, CBE (born March 19, 1952), is a Jewish-American film producer and director, widely regarded as one of the most prominent figures in Hollywood. In 1979, he and his brother, Bob Weinstein, co-founded Miramax Films, an independent film company responsible for producing numerous suc...
Cary Grant (January 18, 1904 – November 29, 1986) was a British actor of Jewish descent who had an impressive career in the United States. He was ranked second on the American Film Institute's list of "Greatest Male Stars of All Time." Some of his most famous films include "The Philadelphia Story...
Mae West, born on August 17, 1893, and passing away on November 22, 1980, was a renowned American actress, playwright, and screenwriter of Jewish heritage. She was an enduring symbol of sexuality, known for her brash and provocative demeanor.
Sacha Noam Baron Cohen, born on October 13, 1971, is a British-Jewish comedian and actor, acclaimed for his exceptional talent in satirical comedy. He is a Golden Globe Award winner, known for his iconic characters in both television and cinema. Baron Cohen has captivated audiences with his unpar...
The Jewish American comedian who transformed wit, improvisation, and satire across film, radio, and television
British writer, actor and broadcaster whose wit, love of language and personal openness have enriched cultural and public life
Adam Richard Sandler (Hebrew: אדם ריצ'רד סנדלר) was born on September 9, 1966, and is an American Jewish comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer, and musician, widely recognized for his roles in numerous comedy films.
The Jewish-American entertainer who joined comedy, music, and humanitarian service on a global stage
Samuel Goldwyn, born on August 17, 1879, and passing away on January 31, 1974, was a Jewish American film producer who played a significant role in the formation of two of Hollywood's major film studios: Paramount and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM).
Louis Burt Mayer (July 4, 1884 – October 29, 1957) was a Jewish-American film producer and one of the founders of the "Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)" studio. He is also considered the creator of the "star system" in Hollywood.
Marcus Loew (May 7, 1870 – September 5, 1927) was a Jewish-American businessman and one of the pioneers of the American film industry. He was the co-founder of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), a major film studio.
Steven Allan Spielberg, born on December 18, 1946, is a Jewish-American filmmaker, screenwriter, and television and film producer. He is a two-time Academy Award winner for Best Director and has also received two Golden Globe Awards.
The Oscar-winning Jewish American actor, author, and civic-education advocate whose work connects cinema, Jewish memory, and democratic responsibility
Kirk Douglas (born Issur Danielovitch, December 9, 1916 – February 5, 2020) was a renowned American-Jewish actor, producer, director, philanthropist, and award-winning author. His illustrious career spanned over seven decades, during which he made significant contributions to the world of cinema ...
Harry Morris Warner (December 12, 1881 – July 25, 1958) was an American-Jewish film producer and one of the co-founders of Warner Bros. Studios. He was born in Poland and played a significant role in shaping the early American film industry.
The Warner Brothers (shortened to Warner Bros.) is one of the world's largest entertainment production companies, known for its contributions to both television programming and motion pictures. It is a part of the WarnerMedia conglomerate, with its headquarters located in Burbank, California, USA.
Paramount Pictures Corporation, often simply referred to as Paramount, is an American film production and distribution company headquartered in Hollywood, California. It is one of the oldest film studios in existence today, with its origins dating back to 1912 when two American Jewish companies, ...
Yoram Globus, born on September 7, 1943, is a prominent film producer in Israel and the United States, and one of the key figures in the Israeli film industry. Globus has produced approximately 50 Israeli films and around 250 American films.
Menachem Golan, born on May 31, 1929, and passing away on August 8, 2014, was a prominent figure in Israeli cinema, making his mark as a producer, screenwriter, playwright, and director for both film and theater.
Cannon Group, under the leadership of Menachem Golan and Yoram Globus, left an indelible mark on the world of cinema during its existence from 1967 to 1993. With a remarkable output of action-packed films and an ability to adapt to market demands, they transformed a struggling company into a glob...
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), often abbreviated as MGM, is an American film and television production company with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1924. MGM was born out of the merger of Metro Pictures Corporation and Goldwyn Pictures, led by industry pioneers Samuel Goldwyn and Louis ...
Sam Spiegel (November 11, 1901 – December 31, 1985) was an American-Jewish film producer, renowned for his Oscar-winning productions.
An American Jewish-descended filmmaker who turned war, politics, and historical memory into forceful cinema
The Jewish American media executive who led Disney’s creative revival and global expansion
Winona Laura Horowitz, better known by her stage name Winona Ryder, was born on October 29, 1971. She is an American actress of Jewish descent who gained fame for her roles in iconic films such as "Beetlejuice," "Edward Scissorhands," "Reality Bites," and "Girl, Interrupted," as well as her work ...
The Jewish-American actor, director, racing champion, entrepreneur and philanthropist who turned fame into lasting institutions
The Jewish American teacher, director, and theatre leader who shaped Method acting and influenced generations of performers
In this documentary, we delve into the remarkable life, enduring heritage, lasting legacy, and profound contributions of Lauren Michaels, a woman whose unwavering commitment to the Jewish community and her passion for change have left an indelible mark.
