Some of cinema’s most visionary filmmakers, writers, and actors have been Jewish-Americans. The same can be said about professional baseball, comedy, politics, and many in the “Greatest Generation,” who were all of the Jewish faith or had an upbringing in Judaism. It’s hard to imagine life without those great Steven Spielberg movies, Mel Brooks's comedic work, and incredible sports stories like Sandy Koufax's dominance on the mound.
In honor of Jewish-American Heritage Month, we have put together a list of 10 movies and documentaries that highlight the community’s history and impact on everything from pop culture to sports, and some of our country’s most consequential periods and moments.
