About this episode

Daniel and Harry discuss the classic film 'When Harry Met Sally...' with guest Temim Fruchter, exploring its themes and cultural significance.

This week, Daniel and Harry are joined by Temim Fruchter, author of "City of Laughter" out now! They discuss the classic 1989 film "When Harry Met Sally..." starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan directed by the late Rob Reiner. First, they touch on why the film has sustained as one of the best Rom-Coms, pointing to the improvisation and natural conversations that drive the film's narrative. Then they discuss coincidence and synchronicity related to Harry and Sally's run ins throughout the film. They also answer one of the most controversial questions in food lore: What is your bagel order? As always, they close out the episode by ranking the film's "Jewishness" in terms of its cast & crew, content, and themes. When Harry Met Sally Trailer When Harry Met Sally on IMdB Temim's Links City of Laughter on Bookshop.org Temim Fruchter on Twitter Temim Fruchter on Instagram Connect with Jews on Film online: Jews on Film Merch - https://jews-on-film.printify.me/products Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jewsonfilm/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/jewsonfilmpod YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@jewsonfilm TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jewsonfilmpod

People in this episode

Hosts: Daniel Zana, Harry Ottensoser

Guest: Temim Fruchter

Topics covered

• Rom-Com
• Film Analysis
• Jewish Themes
• Improvisation
• Food Lore

Keywords

• When Harry Met Sally
• Temim Fruchter
• Romantic Comedy
• Jewishness
• Film Discussion

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: When Harry Met Sally, City of Laughter

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