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Surviving Skokie

Surviving Skokie

Nov 08, 2015 · 1h 5m

Rated 6 out of 10

Director

Blair Gershkow, Eli Adler

Overview

Surviving Skokie, an intensely personal documentary, explores the effects of a late 1970s threatened neo-Nazi march in Skokie, IL on its large Holocaust survivor population. Thousands of survivors comprised 10 percent of this Chicago suburb, including Jack, the father of co-producer, Eli Adler. The relationship between father and son deepens as they return to Poland, where Eli learns more about the extended family that perished during the Shoah. Together they retrace the painful and debilitating journey through two ghettos and two concentration camps. Included are poignant commentaries and archival footage of the historical events spanning 70 years and two continents.

Cast of Surviving Skokie

About Surviving Skokie

What is Surviving Skokie about?

Surviving Skokie, an intensely personal documentary, explores the effects of a late 1970s threatened neo-Nazi march in Skokie, IL on its large Holocaust survivor population. Thousands of survivors comprised 10 percent of this Chicago suburb, including Jack, the father of co-producer, Eli Adler. The relationship between father and son deepens as they return to Poland, where Eli learns more about…

When was Surviving Skokie released?

Surviving Skokie was released on November 8, 2015.

Where can I watch Surviving Skokie?

Surviving Skokie is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.

How long is Surviving Skokie?

Surviving Skokie runs 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).

Who directed Surviving Skokie?

Surviving Skokie was directed by Blair Gershkow and Eli Adler.

Who is in the cast of Surviving Skokie?

The cast of Surviving Skokie includes Eli Adler and Jack Adler.

Is Surviving Skokie on Netflix?

No, Surviving Skokie is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.