SHTTL Film Screening
Date: Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026
Start time: 6:00 p.m.
End time: 9:00 p.m.
Location: VCU Student Commons, Theater
Audience: All are welcome to attend
SHTTL (2022) is Ukrainian-French drama depicting a Yiddish shtetl in Ukraine on the eve of the Nazi invasion known as Operation Barbarossa. The film follows Mendele, a filmmaker who returns from Kyiv to reunite with the love of his life, disrupting the balance of the entire town. Shot in a single unflinching take and featuring nearly all-Yiddish dialogue, SHTTL captures one final day in the life of the shtetl before its disappearance.
After the screening, guests are welcome to stay for a talk back with Lili Rosen who portrays Zishe in the movie.
About the event organizer
Richmond Yiddish Week is a new festival inviting Richmonders of all backgrounds to explore Yiddishkayt (Yiddish culture) through cultural offerings around the city. Founded by young local Richmonders with a passion for preserving and celebrating this vibrant heritage.
Sponsor(s): Harry Lyons Chair in Judaic Studies
Event contact: Andrea Wight, wighta@vcu.edu