Always Remember is a six-month series of free, virtual screenings designed to raise Holocaust awareness through cinema. Each month from June through November, we’ll offer a selection of films designed to amplify unique voices and experiences relating to the Holocaust, highlighting LGBTQ+ stories, women’s perspectives, stories of resistance, youth experiences and more.

Always Remember concludes in November with a reminder that, while this particular screening series is coming to an end, the remembrance and memorialization of Holocaust victims, heroes and survivors continues on. This month’s program is split into documentary and narrative sections. The documentary shorts include the films listed below, and will be followed by a pre-recorded conversation with filmmakers Leah Galant, Davina Pardo, Jordan Matthew Horowitz and Maya Erdelyi, moderated by Gregory Schneider (EVP, Claims Conference).
 

Anyuka

A story of a marvelous and tragic life as told across continents and generations. Interweaving Super 8 family films, archival material and experimental animation, a granddaughter takes a deep dive into the remarkable life of her indomitable grandmother: a writer, WWII refugee and Holocaust survivor. Anyuka (Hungarian for mother) explores intergenerational trauma, the Jewish diaspora, immigration, motherhood, and religious identity to tell the story of a tragic and marvelous life.

The film played at the 2024 NY Jewish Film Festival, Salem Film Festival, Full Frame Film Festival, Florida Film Festival, Raindance, DC/Dox, Woods Hole Film Festival, Palm Springs International Animation Festival and Boston Jewish Film Festival.

 
2023, 20 minutes | Directed by Maya Erdelyi | Produced by Maya Erdelyi, Marga Varea | Executive Produced by Maya Erdelyi | Main Cast Veronica Frame, John D. Frame, Matthew Erdelyi, Maya Erdelyi
 

Jack and Sam

Jack and Sam is a poignant documentary about two Holocaust survivors miraculously reunited after 80 years. Now in their late 90s, they are spending the precious time they have left rekindling their friendship and educating others about the dangers of hatred. Mixing documentary, archival and breathtaking animation, this heartwarming story explores the enduring power of connection and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.

The film won the SIMA Award for Best Editing, was shortlisted for the 39th IDA Documentary Awards, and won Best Documentary Short Honorable Mention at the Miami Film Festival.

 
2023, 20 minutes | Directed by Jordan Matthew Horowitz | Produced by Andrew Carlberg, Jordan Matthew Horowitz | Executive Produced by Julianna Marguilies, Sarah Silverman, Amy Zvi
 

116 Cameras

A Holocaust survivor preserves her story interactively so that she will be able to tell it forever.

2017, 16 minutes | Directed by Davina Pardo | Produced by Davina Pardo | Starring Eva Schloss
 

Death Metal Grandma

The story of 96-year-old Holocaust survivor, former WWII spy and famous songwriter Inge Ginsberg, as she decides to pursue a new career: Death Metal.

2018, 12 minutes | Directed by Leah Galant | Produced by Clifford Miu, Elizabeth Pauker, Sean Weiner, Christine Wexler, Linhan Zhang | Executive Produced by Kathleen Lingo | Starring Inge Ginsberg
 

Registration Information

Film Independent Members and the general public can register for this event starting at 6:00 pm PT on Sunday, October 13. | Registration is free; one registration per individual.

Completing a single registration for any Always Remember film in a given month will grant access to all films available that month. You’ll also have the option to register for the entire series.
 

How to Watch

We’re excited to present a diverse, engaging series that is accessible to anyone who wishes to participate – all you need is an email address and a device on which to stream the film(s).

On the first day of screening availability, registrants will be emailed a secure link by our partner Vision Media to watch that month’s films in the Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room. The access period to view the films will be approximately the last two weeks of each month.
 

Online Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible to ensure access. Links are watermarked, nontransferable and may only be used by the individual who completed the registration. Limit one link per individual, per event.

Registrants are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Always Remember films, participants, availability window(s) and other details are subject to change without prior notice.
 

Questions?

For more info about Film Independent and Always Remember, visit our FAQ page.

You can also reach us directly at alwaysremember@filmindependent.org.
 

Accessibility

We’re proud to present The Commandant’s Shadow with the option for audio description. Before viewing the film, please set up your browser, TV or device following Vision Media’s instructions. When it’s time to watch the film, you’ll be ready to go.

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.