Regina
Originally released in 2013. Regina is a documentary film. directed by Diana Groó. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rachel Weisz
Synopsis
The first woman rabbi in the world, Regina Jonas, comes to light, courtesy of Rachel Weisz – who plays her – and her father George Weisz, who was the executive producer for this poetic and beautiful documentary. The daughter of an Orthodox Jewish peddler, Jonas was ordained in Berlin in 1935. During the Nazi era and the war, her sermons and her unparalleled devotion brought encouragement to the persecuted German Jews. Regina Jonas was murdered in Auschwitz in 1944. The only surviving photo of Jonas serves as a leitmotif for the film, showing a determined young woman gazing at the camera with self-confidence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 25, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Hungary
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Katapult Film
- Malcah
- Time Prints Filmproduktion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Regina about?
The first woman rabbi in the world, Regina Jonas, comes to light, courtesy of Rachel Weisz – who plays her – and her father George Weisz, who was the executive producer for this poetic and beau...
Who directed Regina?
Regina was directed by Diana Groó.
How long is Regina?
Regina has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was Regina released?
Regina was released on April 25, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Regina?
The main cast of Regina includes Rachel Weisz.