The program will feature 5 film trailers - including Artist at War, produced by Deborah Smerecnik, and Passing the Torch, produced by Matthew Einstein - each offering a distinct perspective. The screenings will be followed by live conversations with the filmmakers.

We are deeply honored to share that the film on Art Spiegelman has been nominated for the prestigious Peabody Awards in the documentary category—an extraordinary recognition of its profound impact and storytelling power.

Program Format:

• 5 film trailers (approx. 5 minutes each)

• Live Q&A conversations with filmmakers following each screening

(15–20 minutes)

Together, these moments create a space for remembrance,

dialogue, and collective processing.

YOM HASHOAH PROGRAM

Sunday, April 19

3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Set within The 8 Exhibit - a large-scale installation created by Tomer Peretz alongside over 2,000 participants, exploring memory, resilience, and posttraumatic growth.

This special evening marks Yom HaShoah through film, conversation, and shared reflection.

HOST COMMITTEE

Tomer Peretz

Gabriella Karin

Jordana Yechiel

Hagai Barlev

Limor Gott

Richard Hirschhaut

Susan Hirschhaut

Jonah Platt

Program:

Doors / Opening Reception — 3:00 PM

Program Begins — 4:00 PM

Join us for an evening of film and conversation in remembrance of the six million. The 8 Project presents a curated screening program featuring documentary works and live Q&As with directors, producers, and artists — a night of memory, witness, and dialogue.

4:00 PM — Passing the Torch

Featuring: Tomer Peretz · Adva Reichman · Matt Einstein

A poignant reflection on how Holocaust memory is carried forward through new generations, ensuring stories of survival continue to shape identity and responsibility.

Trailer screening followed by a 20-minute conversation with artist and 8 Project founder Tomer Peretz, director Adva Reichman, and producer Matt Einstein.

4:25 PM — Bau: Artist at War

Featuring: Deborah Smerecnik · Inbar Lavi

A moving true story of artist Joseph Bau, whose creativity and courage helped him survive the Holocaust while preserving love and humanity under unimaginable conditions.

Trailer screening followed by a 20-minute conversation.

4:50 PM — Nuremberg

Featuring: Bradley J. Fischer

A gripping historical drama that delves into the high-stakes Nuremberg Trials, exploring the psychological and moral confrontations between Allied forces and captured Nazi leadership as justice is pursued in the aftermath of the Holocaust.

Trailer screening followed by a 20-minute conversation.

5:15 PM — Art Spiegelman: Disaster Is My Muse

Featuring: Philip Dolin

Nominated for the prestigious Peabody Awards in the documentary category.

An intimate portrait of Art Spiegelman, exploring how he transformed personal and historical trauma into revolutionary graphic storytelling.

Trailer screening followed by a 20-minute conversation.

5:40 PM — The Last Holocaust Survivors: Never Again Is Now

Featuring: Rachel Tesler

A powerful documentary capturing the voices of the last living Holocaust survivors and their urgent message for a world still confronting hatred and intolerance.

Trailer screening followed by a 20-minute conversation with director Rachel Tesler.

6:05 – 6:20 PM — Closing Remarks