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Jewish festival postponed as venues refuse to host films

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October 19, 2025

The organisers of the Jewish International Film Festival have been forced to postpone this year's event after cinemas in Malmö, Sweden, reportedly refused to screen films, with some venues citing safety and security concerns.

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Jewish festival postponed as venues refuse to host films

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