Bombers & Masterpieces: Recovering the Life, Art and Diary of Rene Gispel

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Boca International Jewish Film Festival

Bombers and Masterpieces

Opening Day kicks off with two Palm Beach County Premieres, Bombers & Masterpieces: Recovering the Life, Art and Diary of Rene Gimpel with a talk by a curator from the Boca Museum of Art; and the evening opening film event Remembering Gene Wilder - Honoring the Festival Grand Benefactors – Billi & Bernie Marcus and Marilyn & Jay Weinberg. There will be a patron get together at 5pm at the theater followed by the film at 7pm. The film will have an introduction by Mel Brooks.

Bombers & Masterpieces is a documentary mosaic recounting the life, times, and diary of Rene Gimpel, an important Jewish art dealer, friend of almost all major French artists of the first half of the 20th century, and resistance fighter who died in the Neuengamme concentration camp.

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities and more information, visit www.JFilmBoca.org.

About the Boca International Jewish Film Festival: The Boca International Jewish Film Festival is a non-profit all volunteer organization celebrating Jewish culture through the medium of film. Founded by Wendy Honig, Lesley Rich and Arleen Roberts, the festival aims to bring together diverse audiences to explore and appreciate the rich tapestry of Jewish spirit, culture, traditions and humor. With a thoughtfully curated selection of films, year ‘round programming, discussions and special events, the Boca International Jewish Film Festival promises to be a cultural highlight for the Boca Raton community and beyond.