Behind the Festival: David Finkel and the Austin Jewish Film Festival

In this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with David Finkel, the director of the Austin Jewish Film Festival, happening in just a few days! David shares what’s in store for this year's festival, highlighting an incredible lineup of films that celebrate Jewish culture and stories from around the world. He takes us behind the scenes of notable screenings, including the powerful documentary Colleyville, which examines the 2022 Texas synagogue hostage crisis, and Guns and Moses, a fresh and provocative narrative feature by Salvador Litvak. Tune in for a sneak peek at these standout films and more as David explains how AJFF continues to bring unique and compelling stories to Austin audiences year after year.