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COLLEYVILLE

In the safe haven of Colleyville, Texas, on January 15, 2022, Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker and three others find themselves hostages when a stranger disrupts a typical Saturday morning at Congregation Beth Israel Synagogue. 

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Dani Menkin, (39,POUBDS OF LOVE, ON THE MAP, AULCIE, DOLPHIN BOY, PICTURE OF HIS LIFE) this gripping real-life drama unfolds over an 11-hour standoff, testing their resilience and courage in unimaginable ways. 

This international event captured the world's attention live on TV and will feature never-before-seen footage from those harrowing 11 hours, providing a unique perspective on the ordeal. RT 80 Min’. 

  • DANI MENKIN
    Director
  • DANI MENKIN
    Writer
  • DANI MENKIN
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Feature
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 20 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    June 22, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - DANI MENKIN

Dani Menkin, a twice Israeli-Academy-Award-Winning writer-director residing in Los Angeles, has cultivated a legacy of inspiring storytelling through his multi-award-winning films. His works, including "Aulcie," "Picture of His Life," "On the Map," "Dolphin Boy," "Little Town," and "Is That You?," have captivated audiences worldwide with their poignant narratives and universal themes. Notably, Menkin's debut film, "39 Pounds of Love," not only garnered critical acclaim but also found a home with HBO and earned a place on the Oscars shortlist, illustrating his ability to touch hearts and provoke thought through cinema.

At the helm of Hey Jude Productions, Menkin continues to craft stories that resonate deeply with audiences, inspiring hope, empathy, and change. Through the ON THE MAP Foundation, he channels his passion for filmmaking into a force for social good, empowering communities and amplifying voices that deserve to be heard. In both his creative endeavors and philanthropic pursuits, Dani Menkin exemplifies the transformative power of storytelling to uplift, inspire, and unite.

For more information:
http://www.heyjudeproductions.com/

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