Jewish International Film Festival – Melbourne

The Jewish International Film Festival (JIFF) is a major cultural film festival celebrating Jewish life, identity, history, and storytelling through cinema from around the world. The festival presents a curated selection of feature films, documentaries, shorts, and retrospective screenings that explore Jewish culture in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Held annually in Melbourne and other Australian cities, JIFF showcases international and Israeli cinema alongside Australian Jewish filmmaking. The program includes films covering themes such as migration, faith, Holocaust remembrance, diaspora experiences, cultural identity, and modern Jewish life.

In addition to screenings, the festival features filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, community events, and educational programs that encourage cultural dialogue and understanding. JIFF plays an important role in fostering cross-cultural exchange and strengthening community engagement through film.

The festival is presented across major Melbourne cinemas and cultural venues, attracting diverse audiences including members of the Jewish community, film enthusiasts, academics, and general audiences interested in international cinema.

JIFF contributes significantly to Australia’s cultural diversity by providing a platform for Jewish storytelling and supporting global film exchange.