Doors 6:30 PM / Movie 7 PM

As a successor in a historied Ashkenazi rabbinic dynasty, Amichai Lau-Lavie’s life was paved with expectations from birth. However, conflicted by the rules of his Orthodox Jewish upbringing and a desire to live his life truthfully and authentically, Amichai chose to forge his own path and break new ground in the process. A Tribeca Best Documentary nominee, Sabbath Queen follows Amichai’s journey through two decades of his life as he challenges the customs of the Orthodox Jewish faith and navigates his position as a trailblazing spiritual leader. From establishing a first of its kind inclusive congregation, Lab/Shul, to developing his drag queen persona and being a queer father, this film explores every aspect of Amichai’s life with sincerity and intimacy. Through archival material, candid interviews, and thought-provoking commentary, Sabbath Queen explores the complex struggle between tradition and modernity, and one man’s lifelong attempt to find a bridge between them.

Official Selection: Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, Miami Jewish Film Festival

Q&A PANELISTS

The film screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Sandi DuBowski and special guest Kohenet Keshira haLev Fife.