Beit Midrash for Jewish Thought:
Cinema & Philosophy
Cinema History Through the Lens of Jewish Thought
Spring Semester 2025 - (February – May)
This 13-session course will explore the history of cinema through the lens of Jewish philosophy.
Each session pairs a significant filmmaker or cinematic movement with the ideas of a Jewish philosopher, offering a unique perspective on how film reflects and interacts with broader cultural, ethical, and intellectual currents.
By blending film analysis with philosophical inquiry, we will uncover deeper layers of meaning in cinematic history, tracing the evolution of both visual storytelling and philosophical thinking.
The course is delivered by Roee Messinger - “CineLab" – The Barcelona Multicultural film & Audio-Visual Laboratory.
The course will take place on Mondays from 18:00 to 20:00.
Sessions will be conducted both online and in person, at Casa Adret.
Starting mid-March, all sessions will transition to an online format.
Language of instruction: English (Catalan, Spanish, and Hebrew friendly).
Course fee: €155
Start date: February 10th, 2025, at Casa Adret. C/ Salomó ben Adret, 6, 08002 Barcelona).
For more information, please contact: info.ejbarcelona@gmail.com