Toronto Jewish Film Festival: Exclusive Screening of "Escape: The True Story of Morris Schnitzer"

When:

Where:

Cineplex Varsity Cinema, 55 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M4W 1A5

Special Free Screening For Teachers

Doors open at 6:00pm, Light Refreshments at 6:15pm, Screening at 6:45pm

Having fled Nazi Germany for the Netherlands before World War II, Jewish teenager Morris Schnitzer now has to escape the German occupying army, assuming false identities, enduring imprisonment and joining the resistance, just to survive and regain his name.

The animated film will run for 20 minutes. After the film, teachers will be provided with:

• A copy of Morris Schnitzer’s memoir
• Ready-to-use curriculum resources
• A link to watch the film in the classroom

The film and resources are appropriate for ages 11+.

Space is limited.

RSVP by March 18th to FilmMatters@tjff.ca or call 416-324-9121 to reserve your seat.