Aish Ha’am has released “Frontline Warriors,” a documentary highlighting the experiences of three Jewish students—Shabbos Kestenbaum, Eden Yadegar, and Eli Tsives—as they confront antisemitism on their respective university campuses. The film, approximately an hour long, offers an intimate look into their challenges and resilience in the face of rising campus hostility.
The documentary premiered on March 10, 2025, at the Kirk Douglas Theater in the Aish Dan Family World Center in Jerusalem. Jamie Geller, Aish’s Chief Communications Officer and Spokesperson, addressed the audience, emphasizing the film’s significance: “This documentary presents the unfiltered reality of what Jewish students face daily on campuses. It is incredibly important for us to not only recognize what is happening on campus but to learn how to combat and overcome the rampant and often violent rise of antisemitism in colleges and universities across the United States.”
Following its Jerusalem debut, the film had its U.S. premiere on March 12, 2025, at the Regal Theater in Times Square, New York City. The event featured a panel discussion with Kestenbaum, Yadegar, and other notable figures, fostering dialogue on combating campus antisemitism.
Additional screenings are scheduled across the United States and internationally. Upcoming events include a March 26 screening at the Manhattan Jewish Experience in New York and an April 3 showing at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades in Tenafly, New Jersey. These events aim to raise awareness and inspire action against antisemitism.
“Frontline Warriors” not only documents the personal struggles of these students but also delves into the roots of antisemitism, distinguishing between antisemitism and anti-Zionism, and offers strategies for fostering unity and resilience within the global Jewish community.
For more information on the film and upcoming screenings, visit the official website.