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Jewish Film Festival 2026 | Rosenthal: The Great Showman (2025)

Date: Sun, Oct 18, 2026

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Venue: Chelsea Theater, Chapel Hill

Price: Individual Tickets $15 | Festival packages available

Category: Community

Join us for our annual Jewish Film Festival including six award-winning and critically acclaimed first-run films that sample a range of international subjects and filmmakers, historical moments, and contemporary issues. Each film will include an introduction and talk back with a special guest. - Based on a true story: Germany’s most popular TV presenter in the 1970’s must face his traumatic past – and that of the whole country. Germany, 1978. Hans Rosenthal is the country's most popular TV presenter, and, what few people know: He is Jewish and a Holocaust survivor. The 75th edition of his beloved live game show is about to be broadcast, but the celebratory mood is dampened by the air date: November 9. Exactly 40 years after the Nazi pogrom against the Jewish population, Hans is expected to entertain and distract an audience of millions with his harmless TV show, rather than attend the first official German memorial for the victims. Hans finds himself in a moral dilemma: Has the Jewish showman become himself a henchman of repression? Or will he find the strength to address his family trauma?

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Jewish Film Festival 2026 | Rosenthal: The Great Showman (2025)

“Buy tickets online early as seating at the Chelsea is limited.”

When
Oct 18
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
Where
Chelsea Theater
Chapel Hill, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Individual Tickets $15 | Festival packages available
chapel hillfamily friendly

The Jewish Film Festival 2026 presentation of Rosenthal: The Great Showman (2025) is a screening of a German biographical drama about a famous 1970s television host who survived the Holocaust, followed by a live discussion with a guest speaker. This screening takes place at the Chelsea Theater in Chapel Hill, which offers a more intimate setting than larger commercial cinemas. Tickets are fifteen dollars per person, though multi-film festival packages are available if you plan to see more of the lineup. Because of the mature historical themes surrounding the Holocaust and post-war Germany, this event is best suited for adults and teenagers who can appreciate subtitles and historical discussions. Parking is available in the shared shopping center lot, but arriving fifteen minutes early ensures you grab a good seat and concessions before the introduction begins. It is a strong choice for a weekend outing because it combines high-quality international cinema with a community discussion. The post-film talkback allows you to dive deeper into the history behind the movie, making it a more meaningful experience than a standard movie night.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this film screening suitable for young children?
No, this film deals with mature themes surrounding the Holocaust and is presented in German with English subtitles, making it best suited for teenagers and adults.
Where can I park for the Chelsea Theater?
Free parking is available in the Timberlyne Shopping Center lot directly in front of the theater.
Are tickets available at the door?
Individual tickets are fifteen dollars, but because festival screenings at this venue often sell out, purchasing tickets online in advance is highly recommended.

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Individual Tickets $15 | Festival packages available

Oct 18

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Jewish Film Festival 2026 | Rosenthal: The Great Showman (2025) runs Sun, Oct 18, 2026.

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Chelsea Theater is at 1129 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Chapel Hill, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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  • Tickets or entry money — admission is Individual Tickets $15 | Festival packages available

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