About this Event
SEARCH OUT THE LAND: THE STORY OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CANADA
When filmmaker Len Pearl suffers a devastating tragedy, he embarks on a deeply personal journey to heal. But what begins as a search for meaning becomes an epic odyssey across Canada, Europe and the United States, unearthing a hidden chapter of history—the overlooked story of the Jewish community of Canada and its vital role in shaping a nation. Search Out the Land is a cinematic documentary filmed across sweeping landscapes and storm-tossed seas—from the remote, rugged Canadian wilderness to the depths of the ocean floor and vaults long sealed by time. It’s a quest for lost artifacts, buried truths, and a history locked away for more than 250 years.Through breathtaking visuals, immersive re-enactments, and relentless investigation, the series brings to life a forgotten past—the legacy of the Jewish community of Canada—that continues to shape the country today.As Len walks in the footsteps of the early Jewish Canadian pioneers, he uncovers so much more than a long-buried history and is forced to confront his own personal grief. Past and present collide in a story of perseverance and belonging. Search Out the Land is a revelation of identity, a reckoning with nationhood, and a haunting reminder of the cost of forgetting. And it all begins, as the most powerful journeys often do, with a broken heart.
Presented by Unapologetically Jewish and the Toronto Zionist Council.
Agenda
🕑: 06:15 PM - 10:00 PM
Search Out The Land
Host: Unapologetically Jewish/ TZC
Info: 6:30pm Doors Open
🕑: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Movie Followed by Q + A with the DIrector and Producer of the Film
Event venue & nearby stays
Cineplex Cinemas Empress Walk, 5095 Yonge Street, Toronto, Canada
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