The Hasidim (1972)
1972 · Short film · 29 min · dir. Vincent R. Tortora
Synopsis
Explores the history, traditions and practices of the Lubavitch Hasidic Community of New York. Visits their synagogue, homes, school and other parts of their community. Incorporates Chabad - Hasidic - songs and melodies in the soundtrack. Narrated by Rabbi Chaim Drizin, 21 years of age when the film was made.
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Details
- Director
- Vincent R. Tortora
- Running time
- 29 minutes
Cast & crew
- Vincent R. Tortora Director
Reviews on the Internet Archive
★★★★★ · Who owns the film now that Vincent Tortora has died · mynogo · 2019-10-31
This is really great footage of a community in its truest form. I learned that Mr. Tortora has passed so how would I go about getting permissions to use some of his footage in a film? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.