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Dust Bowls And Jewish Souls: Another Side Of Woody Guthrie (2026)
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Release Date
June 4, 2026
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Duration
089 minute(s)
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In this revealing documentary, director Will Kaufman peels back the layers of the iconic folk singer Woody Guthrie to explore a largely overlooked facet of his identity: his complex relationship with Judaism. While Guthrie is celebrated for his Dust Bowl ballads and anthems of working-class struggle, this film uncovers how his deep engagement with Jewish history, culture, and the horrors of the Holocaust profoundly shaped his later work and worldview. Through archival recordings, interviews with scholars, and a treasure trove of unpublished writings, the documentary weaves a compelling narrative of an artist grappling with his own soul and the world’s injustices. It traces Guthrie’s journey from writing songs of American resilience to penning powerful, anguished pieces that confront antisemitism and celebrate Jewish resilience. The film paints a portrait of a man whose empathy knew no bounds, revealing how his Jewish-inspired songs became a secret, passionate chapter in his legendary career. With a tone both scholarly and deeply moving, this 89-minute exploration offers a fresh, intimate look at an American icon, challenging viewers to see a more complete and surprising side of the man behind "This Land Is Your Land."