‘Levys of Monticello’ tells a unique US Jewish story - film review

The movie, directed by Steven Pressman, tells a unique story that touches on many critical and sometimes contradictory aspects of the American Jewish experience, particularly antisemitism.

URIAH PHILLIPS LEVY, a Jewish US naval officer who bought and restored Monticello in 1834.

URIAH PHILLIPS LEVY, a Jewish US naval officer who bought and restored Monticello in 1834.

(photo credit: MENEMSHA FILMS)

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 22:07