Members of the Jewish Community Center’s screening committee take their fun seriously as they sit in The Loft Theater to prepare for the 2016 film festival. The Photo Illustration was taken in Tucson, Ariz., on Tuesday, January 5, 2016.

The Tucson International Jewish Film Festival will continue through Sunday, Jan. 21 after opening on Sunday, Jan. 7, according to press materials. 

Organized by the Tucson Jewish Community Center, the film festival features about 20 films celebrating Jewish culture and diversity.   

Most of the films will be shown at the Tucson JCC, 3800 E. River Road. General admission for most films is $9 and members, students, military and individuals 65 or older pay $8. The closing brunch on Sunday, Jan. 21 costs $18. Tickets are also available at the door. 

For more information and a complete list of films, or to purchase tickets, visit tijff.org or call 299-3000. 


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