A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff

Name: A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff
Genre: Musical
Released: 2021-03-05
Cast: Alicia Jo Rabins, Robin McAlpine, Judy Silk, Lois Feuerle, David Frank

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2021

1h 14m

Musical

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Fewer than 50 Ratings

A retelling of the story of Bernie Madoff and the system that allowed him to function for decades through the eyes of musician-poet Alicia Jo Rabins, who watches the financial crash from her studio in an abandoned office building on Wall Street.

Elisabeth Vincentelli

New York Times

The movie feels shaggily shapeless, as if Rubins and Rose were unsure what, exactly, they were trying to say, or how to get to the mourning prayer that gives their movie its title...

Sep 6, 2022

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Sarah D

It moved me to tears. I never thought that could happen after hearing the premise but it was truly introspective and beautiful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/14/23

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Lauren C

I was grinning and sad and entranced by all the perspectives and bits of Jewish study. This movie is very thought provoking. I loved how beautifully the creative process is showcased.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Judy Silk

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Lois Feuerle

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David Frank

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Synopsis

Director: Alicia J. Rose
Producer: Lara Cuddy
Screenwriter: Alicia Jo Rabins, Alicia J. Rose
Genre: Musical
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 14m

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