Naturalized
Overview
Naturalized, by writer and director, Julia Kots, humorously portrays the mixed reaction of a young Russian's man family to his decision to undergo the ultimate male Jewish rite - circumcision. This witty, sharp dialogued film addresses with a superb eye how contemporary life has come to shape our understanding of ancient rituals, and most of all, what it takes to be Jewish. Naturalized was the grand-prize winner at the 2006 New York Jewish Student Film Festival and has been an official selection at numerous prestigious film festivals world-wide.
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Resource Guide
- The accompanying resource guide provides background information, texts, lesson plans and activity ideas, and additional resources for teachers.
- The guide is a flexible tool, allowing teachers to choose which areas of the film they wish to expand on in their classes and then adapt the material and outside links to best meet the needs of their students.
Content Areas
- Film and Media Studies, Jewish Ritual/Brit Milah, Jewish Community and Identity, Intergenerational Dialogue
- A unique, creative entry point for participants to explore a Jewish community and its struggle to understand and define its Jewish identity.
- Participants will examine ritual, language, history, and their own relationships with their family to delve deeper into their understanding of what it means to be Jewish.
Curriculum Components
- Naturalized DVD
- 40-Page Educator's Resource Guide
- Ongoing Implementation Support
