Thursday | November 12 | 6 PM: Reception | 7 PM: Film

Walk the red carpet and enjoy gourmet popcorn & candy, live music from Jazz Angels, drinks, and desserts before the premiere of the 2026 Long Beach Jewish Film & Arts Festival, featuring a screening of the film Once Upon My Mother!

 

Film: Once Upon My Mother

2025 • Drama/Comedy • French/English subtitles

A mother's unwavering devotion helps her son, born with a clubfoot in 1963, overcome physical challenges and social barriers. Her powerful promise drives their remarkable journey through life's ups and downs. Based on a true story. (IMDB)

Tickets

Festival Pass • $136 | $95 AJCC Members

Includes all festival events, unlimited drinks and refreshments at all receptions, preferred seating, and skip-the-line VIP access to all films

Family Film • Free

Premiere Night • $25 | $18 Alpert JCC Members

All Other Individual Films • $20 | $14 Alpert JCC Members

Mostly Kosher Concert • $36 | $25 Alpert JCC Members | $10 Child/Students

Students FREE with Valid ID (excluding Mostly Kosher Concert)

ID required onsite for check-in

Tickets on sale soon!

 

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