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Prolific Hollywood producer Monica Levinson brings a camera home to capture the love, acceptance, and hilarity that spontaneously combust whenever her Jewish American family gather ‘round a table.
Spanning 13 years, the ordinary is made extraordinary in the montage of tales she gathers about their shared history, integrity in the face of adversity, and legacy of togetherness.
A luminous glow radiates throughout the film based on the family’s enduring belief that they must pass on generational wisdom and honor the stories of their forefathers (l’dor v’dor).
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JEWISH JOURNAL
While reality television thrives on casting erratic nutcases who are ready to choke each other at the drop of a fork, that’s not the case in “The Stories of Us.” There is cross talk and laughter from the other side of the table that interrupts stories. There’s all kinds of noise that normally would be edited out. But that is part of the allure of “The Stories of Us.” It feels authentic. There are tears, there’s laughter, headshakingand some stories that make family members cringe. But all in all, “The Stories of Us” is a depiction of a family that will take viewers back to their own family dinners, and not just the Jewish ones.
“The Stories of Us” is funny and poignant, an hour-and-a-half reminder to document the good times with the people you love, especially if you only see them in person a handful of times per year.
CHERRY PICKS
From the mundane to extraordinary tales of survival, their stories intertwine and inspire with love, support, and laughter. Generational wisdom is passed down, and the audience is invited to join in and benefit from it as well. Save us a seat at the table…
Production Credits
ALL OF US PRODUCTIONS
In Association with WILLET CREEK
THE STORIES OF US
Directed by MONICA LEVINSON & STEVEN HENTGES
Produced by MONICA LEVINSON
Edited by STEVEN HENTGES
Photography by MONICA LEVINSON
Additional Camera STEVEN HENTGES
Music By MANDY HOFFMAN
Re-recording Mixer P. DANIEL NEWMAN
Music Supervisor DAN WILCOX