Remembering Gene Wilder

**_Running Time:_** _90 minutes _ ** _Director:_** _Ron Frank _ **
_Language:_** _English_
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The comic genius of _Gene Wilder_ comes to life in this endearing
_documentary_ full of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes, never-before-
seen home movies, and interviews with fellow comedians including Mel Brooks,
Alan Alda, and Carol Kane. Ron Frank’s heartfelt tribute shines a spotlight on
a beloved performer, writer, and director. **ENCORE SCREENING: Thurs. May 9 at
2:00 PM!**
_Immediately following, Patrons and Sponsors (Silver level+) are invited to
“Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Extravaganza” for an Opening Night Reception
featuring a champagne toast and delightful confections!_
Become a Patron, visit: www.jccdet.org/ff-become-a-patron/

Produced with support from Burton A. Zipser and Sandra D. Zipser Foundation

**Sponsors:** B’nai B’rith Great Lakes Region; The Cis Maisel Center for
Judaic Studies and Community Engagement, Oakland University; ORT America,
Michigan Region; The Berman Center for the Performing Arts; Ageless and
Active; JTraveler
**Pillars of Light:** Sheri and David Jaffa; Elaine and Michael Serling; Andi
and Larry Wolfe; Esther and Neal Zalenko.

Organized by: The Berman Center for the Performing Arts, The J, Detroit Jewish
Film Festival

View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/7272