Motzei Shabbat, January 10th 7:30pm, Belfer Beit Midrash: Join us for our next film event titled "Rabbi Capoeira"

Directed by Barak Heymann, this documentary reveals a dramatic and little-known story from the heart of Bnei Brak, Israel’s largest Charedi city. The film follows an Charedi man who was once the Mediterranean Capoeira champion and whose life was transformed by the discipline. Determined to bring positive change to his community despite significant internal resistance, he partners with a courageous Charedi woman who has overcome her own hardships. Together, they pursue their vision with extraordinary persistence. The film was nominated for Best Israeli Film at the 2024 DocAviv Film Festival. Please note; the movie is in Hebrew with English subtitles Members: $20. Nonmembers and at-the-door: $25. Register at www.lss.org/form/Capoeira