Tuesday 13 January 2009

Fiddler on the Roof

On Sunday evening, we watched Fiddler on the Roof. It is one of Ant's favourite films (she loves musicals). I was struck afresh by the tensions between the traditions which kept the Jewish community together and the legitimate aspirations of the younger generation for some say in their own future.

A powerful and thought-provoking film: and some great songs!

4 comments:

madame evangelista said...

One of my favourite musicals :)

Ben Trovato said...

Yes, I like it too; but in terms of favourites, well that's a hard call. Perhaps Singin' in the Rain...

Rick said...

I referenced Tevye's casual way of praying at:

http://apps.divine-ripples.com/Blog/?e=15047&d=09/07/2008&s=Staying%20connected%20the%20whole%20day

I loved the movie. The polgroms were a shock though.

Ben Trovato said...

Rick

Yes, Tevye's relationship with God is one of the delights of the film!