Name: CA Premiere of "Sapiro v. Ford: The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford"
Start: 2026-05-17T19:00:00-07:00
Location: Museum of Tolerance

CA Premiere of "Sapiro v. Ford: The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford"

Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival

Join us for the CA Premiere of "SAPIRO V. FORD:The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford" plus a Q&A with the filmmakers in person!

Museum of Tolerance

LA  Jewish Film Festival 2026 - 20th Anniversary!

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<h4>CA Premiere plus filmmaker Q&amp;A!</h4> <h4>SAPIRO VS. FORD: THE JEW WHO SUED HENRY FORD</h4>Directed by Gaylen Ross (Originating Director Michael Rose) Written by Gaylen Ross and Carol KingQ&amp;A to follow film with director Gaylen Ross, producer Carol King, and Michael Berenbaum ABOUT THE FILM: This fascinating film tells the riveting true story of Aaron Sapiro, a young Jewish lawyer who took on one of America’s most powerful men—and most notorious antisemites—Henry Ford. In the 1920s, as Ford’s anti-Jewish publications incited hatred across the nation, Sapiro filed an unprecedented libel suit, challenging the limits of hate speech long before such laws existed. From his humble beginnings in San Francisco to leading a nationwide movement empowering farmers, Sapiro’s life was a testament to courage, vision, and justice. Portrayed by Ben Shenkman (TV's hit show Billions), Sapiro’s words are presented in their entirety, filmed as if speaking directly to a modern audience. At the same time, historical experts illuminate the stakes of his confrontation with Ford. In a David-versus-Goliath showdown, Sapiro forced the industrial titan to back down, issue an apology, and shutter his hate-filled newspaper, leaving a legacy that resonates today. As antisemitism rises and the struggle to balance free speech with protection against hate continues, Sapiro v. Ford examines the enduring question: how can societies confront power, prejudice, and propaganda while upholding justice?Documentary/2026/United States/68 minutes

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CA Premiere of "Sapiro v. Ford: The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford"

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