Hava Nagila: The Movie February 27, 2013

Directed by Roberta Grossman, written by Sophie Sartain; post-screening discussion with the director

Featuring interviews with Harry Belafonte, Leonard Nimoy, Regina Spektor and more, this film follows the ubiquitous party song on its fascinating journey to become one of the biggest hits on the global jukebox, even inspiring the Museum’s current exhibition.

Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Hava Nagila: A Song for the People. See the exhibition before the program.

The film’s limited New York release begins on March 1.

Official Website: http://www.mjhnyc.org