Documentary Premiere: "Quiet in Odessa" (2014) Dir. Dmitriy Khavin

Russian, Ukrainian and Yiddish with English subtitles.

In the aftermath of the Ukraine's Euromaidan revolution and violent clashes between pro-Russian and pro-Ukrainian supporters, Jewish residents of Odessa tell stories of their newly found patriotism and share their thoughts on how recent events have affected the community and the city. Through a series of interviews with members of the Jewish community the film delves into the history of Jews in Odessa, assimilation, immigration and the issues of identity.

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/106764641

The screening will be followed by Q&A with one of the film's subjects, a member of the Odessa Self-Defense Brigade visiting from Odessa, and the film's director.

Generation R programs are generously supported by Genesis Philanthropy Group.