THE GREAT ADVISOR (1940) Irving Jacobson, Jacob Zanger & Yetta Zwerling | Drama, Yiddish | B&W

"The Great Advisor" is a 1940 Yiddish drama film directed by Joseph Seiden.

Synopsis
The film revolves around the life of a wise and compassionate advisor, Reb Moishe, who is known for his insightful guidance and moral integrity within his Jewish community. Amidst social and economic challenges, Reb Moishe becomes a pillar of support, offering advice that helps individuals and families navigate their hardships. The film portrays various personal stories intertwined with Reb Moishe’s counsel, culminating in a narrative that highlights the values of community, faith, and resilience.

CAST & CREW
Irving Jacobson as David Fish
Jacob Zanger as Baruch 'Barney' Dian
Yetta Zwerling as Sarah Flahm
Mae Schoenfeld asShlimme
Abraham Lax asFischl Kuchensladel
Louis 'Leibele' Waldman as Self
Chaim Tauber as Self

Director: Joseph Seiden
Screenplay: Izidor Frankel
Producer: Joseph Seiden
Cinematography: Charles Levine, Don Malkames
Music: Manny Fleishman, Fishel Kanapoff, Chaim Tauber
Production Company: Judea Film Productions
Distributor: Cinema Service Corporation
Release Date: November 3, 1940
Country of Origin: United States
Language: Yiddish with English subtitles
Running Time: 75 minutes