Youll walk away from Rewind shaken by the story, and haunted by the face of a little boy with a world of hurt and nowhere to run. The director of the acclaimed documentary 'Sharkwater' disappeared mysteriously after a deep dive off the coast of Key Largo on Tuesday. During the years working on my case, Risa Vetri Ferman was the assistant district attorney in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. I wanted to address its source so that I could heal it and make it go away. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment LetsPlayKvetch Top Contributor Additional comment actions The hardest part of making this film was facing my own fear of the vulnerability that would come with telling my story. For as little as $6 a month you can help support our quality journalism while enjoying The Times of Israel AD-FREE, as well as accessing exclusive content available only to Times of Israel Community members. All rights reserved. "There are no words," says a. Its been a pretty impressive run for what was someones very first feature documentary. While Lawrence served 14 years for molesting Neulinger, and Stewart, who died in 2016, spent two years in and out of jail, Howard was sentenced to 12 years probation and now lives as a free man in New York City. In many ways, Rewind is a therapeutic masterwork on par with Bing Lius Minding the Gap, both of which affirm how the essence of cinema is the act of seeing ourselves reflected in one anothers stories, as demonstrated by how Henrys memory of focusing on bathroom tiles while being abused mirrors his daughters recollection of losing herself in the picture of a cat, thereby shielding her mind from the transgression felt by her body. The year 2022 marks the 60th anniversary of the death of Marilyn Monroe, one of cinema's most iconic, examined and enduring sex symbols. I started Rewind the year I graduated from college, and while I cant pin one particular film that influenced me, the program had us watching at least 5 films a week. That is systematic re-traumatization, Neulinger said. Israel at 75: Hear from descendants of Declaration of Independences 37 signatories, Where did we exceed our wildest dreams and where did we fall short? There may not appear to be anything unusual about capturing celebrations and family gatherings on videotape, yet Henrys compulsion was fueled by a primal need to hold his siblings at arms length, framing them in a way that fit the Rockwellian image of American normalcy. You must credit the Forward, retain our pixel and preserve our canonical link in Google search. He was excited to see what the future held, but his past wasnt done with him yet. For as little as $6/month, you will: Were really pleased that youve read X Times of Israel articles in the past month. He was 52. That being said, I was very nervous to show her the final cutbut sent the link. He was 82. When Neulinger faced Howard, he believes he wasnt just confronting his abuser, but the powerful organization that maintained his innocence and some of whose members raised money for his defense. - IMDb user rating: 7.8. He instructed the boy to place a yarmulke on his head as a source of spiritual comfort, symbolizing how the boys beloved great-grandfather, Joseph, would protect him throughout the hearing. "Rewind & Play," which opens Friday at BAM, is an hour-long . "Ellis Marsalis was a legend. We wanted to be pointed, but we also had to be mindful of what the audience could bear. He told The Times of Israel in a recent interview that combining the home movie footage with present-day interviews of his parents, and the psychiatric and law enforcement professionals who assisted him and his sister (who was also abused), helped him address old wounds. Grammy-winning country music singer Joe Diffie died March 29 due to complications from the coronavirus. Rob gearing up for a day in the water. - Metascore: 87. The centers were a resource Neulinger didnt have as a child growing up in Montgomery County, PA. As an eight year old I was asked to retell all of the stories of all of the abuse I experienced dozens of times before I even saw a courtroom. John Prine, one of the most influential and revered folk and country songwriters of the last 50 years, died on April 6 at the age of 73 after being infected with the COVID-19 virus. Why did it take nearly nine years to get through three trials? He sifted through over 200 hours of home videos shot from his earliest days to the moment he moved out for college, examining the footage to illuminate the story buried within seemingly inconsequential interactions. Yet Dr. Ruby was completely absent from this film. What was especially tricky or challenging for you about trying to make this film? Big Formula 1 fans take note! But then again, Rewind is no ordinary first film. Neulingers own testimony against his relatives took years in and out of courtrooms and police stations. His body was recovered several days later. Linda Torres, known as Angela Raiola's friend on VH1's reality series "Big Ang" and "Mob Wives," died of COVID-19 on April 1, 2021, following breast cancer surgery. I was able to watch my childhood self through an objective lens and I was able to see a beautiful child and most importantly a child. Surviving wasnt enough for me, and I didnt want it to be enough for my family. I got to spend some quality time with her in February at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, and it was fantastic. Into the deep Rob Stewart was an ardent, charismatic conservationist and acclaimed for his documentary 'Sharkwater'. Allen Daviau, a 5-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer, died April 15 at age 77. Currently you are able to watch "Rewind" streaming on Peacock, Peacock Premium, Tubi TV, Freevee for free with ads or buy it as download on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Vudu. You succeeded in making an approachable film about a very tough subject. Neulinger says that these mens actions planted the self-loathing voice in his head. Andrew Jack, a dialect coach who most recently was hired to work with Robert Pattinson on the new Batman movie, died March 31 of complications from coronavirus, TMZ reports. This is one of the years best films. On Thursday, May 26, One Monte-Carlo was the venue for the preview screening of STEWART, a documentary film retracing the life of the famous F1 driver, Sir 'Jackie' Stewart, OBE. Jerry Springer, best known for hosting his raucous TV talk shows, has died aged 79. Daily Briefing May 1: Will history repeat after PM gets McCarthy invite to DC? She asked why I wanted to unearth all of this after we had just got through it all? Howard also abused Larry. In the last 18 months, the term "Died Suddenly" has risen to the very top of "most searched" Google terms. (Topical Press Agency/Getty) This spring marks the 100th. A part of PBS, America's Home for Documentaries. Charley Pride, one of the first Black performers to break through in the country music scene, died of complications from COVID-19 on Dec. 12, just weeks after his final performance at the CMA Awards show back in November. It's "an intentional, unflinching, and emotionally resonant dissection. Then proceed to "Clip" > "Rewind". In an eerie twist, the home movies of family outings, get-togethers and celebrations turned out to be a damning picture of multigenerational child sex abuse. Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevidiscuss. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Survivors of the Holocaust now have the chance to preserve their stories in a way that allows them to directly answer future generations' questions about their experiences. Nationally-syndicated news host Stew Peters has released a new trailer for what will be his third full-length investigative documentary film, "Died Suddenly," that has instantly gone viral online. He was 70. He was 34. But unlike my father, my uncles, and my cousins, I am also the beneficiary of the support of a loving mother, a fearless detective, a determined prosecutor, and an esteemed child psychologist. Mission Kids, the child advocacy center founded by Neulinger, is a natural extension of that same desire to create a safe space for us to share our truth, and I have no doubt that Rewind will have a similarlytransformative impact on countless lives. We looked into the Dive Company Stewart was training with at the time, and we were shocked by what we found. (Step 1 Films), Howard Nevison, a prominent New York City cantor, avoids answering media questions as he leaves his preliminary hearing Wednesday, April 17, 2002, in Narberth, Pennsylvania. Youre disgusting. Im honored to have the opportunity to share Rewind at this pivotal time. Marking his film debut, "Rewind" is an autobiographical documentary that recounts how from ages 3 to 8, he was sexually abused by an adult cousin and two uncles, most notably "Uncle Howard,". May 22, 2019 Updated: May 23, 2019 11:03 p.m. Nearly 10 years after her death, loved ones are sharing new details about Farrah Fawcett's final days in a documentary that premiered Thursday night . We knew that we never wanted to beat around the bush or sugarcoat the topic. It consisted of 57 words filling a half of a typewritten page. Through the editing process, we had deep conversations about how to handle this material. A cantor revered at his high-profile synagogue in New York City and equipped with vocal chords that were kissed by God, according to the Pope himself, Howard is skilled at throwing his weight around. A large segment of Israeli society experiences the countrys 75th anniversary with a sense of anxiety. Rewind is "a deeply personal, revealing, and unforgettable piece of filmmaking," wrote Brian Tallerico for RogerEbertdotcom. My dad is extremely handy, and it was great to learn from him and create new memories in my new home. He frequently collaborated with Steven Spielberg, and worked on such films as "E.T. From the time he was a toddler and until the age of seven, Neulinger was sexually abused. It's like a totally filtered reality. After a long, drawn out litigation, Howard Nevison, who Neulinger said was a particularly violent abuser, pleaded guilty in 2006 to misdemeanor charges and avoided jail time thanks to a dropped felony charge. American rock musician Alan Merrill, best known for co-writing and recording the original version of "I Love Rock 'n' Roll," died March 29 of complications from the coronavirus. What did the struggle look like for me to finally feel comfortable to disclose the abuse? March 2, 2022 Bryan Davis Keith. How did my dads childhood and unresolved issues contribute to the continued cycle of abuse? Her first words: I love you I love you so much Sash. She loved the film, and felt that it was an honest and accurate representation of our experience. Comedy Dynamics. Dr. Lustig and I try to connect on Skype once every couple of months. I wish that what happened to me as a boy was rare and anomalousit isnt. Critics and audiences agree that REWIND is one of the best documentaries of 2020. He can be reached at [emailprotected] and @pjgrisar on Twitter. (Step 1 Films), Sasha Joseph Neulinger with his sister Bekah around the age that the sexual abuse started. He became the fifth person to die from COVID-19 complications at the facility. The gruesome film concludes (spoilers ahead! ) Either way, these recovery periods were designed to remind the viewer why they are watching this, and that despite the challenges, the film is working its way to a satisfying resolution. 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Digging through the vast collection of his father's home videos, a young man reconstructs the unthinkable story of his boyhood and exposes a long-kept secret passed through generations . Hes still practicing, but when hes away from the office, hes either enjoying time with Mrs. Lustig, or at choir rehearsal. Cahier of the . By fleshing out the narrative and truly understanding all the different facets of the story, I felt it could help me come to peace with the turmoil and help me move on. He died while making his third documentary, Sharkwater . From the devils mouth emanates the warning uttered by Howard to his terrified nephew: If you tell, Ill kill you. This prompted Sasha to have many a sleepless night, fearing that his uncle would crawl through his window a la Bob in Twin Peaks and murder him. "Count Me In," a fun music doc about rock drumming, is a must-see for all drummers, but you don't need to know about drumming to enjoy it. Ward was one of the winningest young racecar drivers in New York - a kid looking to climb the very mountain Stewart had already summited. And I have spent a lot of time cleaning up the creek on our property. The abuse and those experiences are seared in my mind. The film was an uncanny portrait of Larrys pain and frustration. Colin Powell, a former top military officer who rose to become the first Black Secretary of State under President George W. Bush, died on October 18, 2021 at age 84 of complications from COVID. There are incredibly beautiful and important teachings in Judaism, however human beings can be flawed. This is one of the ways that multigenerational abuse perpetuates. For Neulinger, Temple Emanu-El which did not return multiple requests for comment was one of many institutions that fail to recognize the potential for human flaws within their hierarchy. Menu. He was 61 years old. TV Shows. My parents were incredibly supportive. [1], The film includes coverage of the high-profile prosecution of Howard Nevison, a former cantor at the Jewish congregation of Temple Emanu-El in New York. Those memories had been buried because they were overshadowed by the painful ones. I personally reached out to Temple Emanu-El during production, but as of the release of Rewind on Independent Lens, there has been no response or outreach from any representative at the New York City-based temple. I am a secular Jew but I believe in God. Rewind recently had its broadcast release on PBS, and is also available via VOD streaming. Las Cruces | 37 views, 3 likes, 1 loves, 0 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Temple Beth-El Las Cruces: Recorded at Temple Beth-El Las Cruces Its systematic abuse and retraumatization. See why. Revelatory interviews on the hopes and expectations of Israels founding visionaries. The director of the acclaimed documentary 'Sharkwater' disappeared mysteriously after a deep dive off the coast of Key Largo on Tuesday. While Lawrence served 14 years for molesting Neulinger, and Stewart, who died in 2016, spent two years in and out of jail, Howard was sentenced to 12 years' probation and now lives as a free man. Click the link in that email to complete registration so you can comment. At the same time, your most violent abuser was a prominent cantor who was protected by his congregation. Will history repeat after PM gets McCarthy invite to DC? Robert Stewart. I discovered that my dad never thought that his abusers could hurt my sister and me because we were beautiful; that they would only hurt someone who was dirty, disgusting and unlovable. Copyright 2023 The Forward Association, Inc. All rights reserved. So I started cooking back in 2008 and now I love to cook just as much as my mom does. 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But unless you are explicit about what is going on, a parent can only try to understand, and she certainly did. Please try again or choose an option below. Do you have any updates on the main characters in your film you can share with our audience? He was 86. On a more personal note, Lauren and I got married in June 2019. He wrote on social media of his diagnosis on April 6, but he did not recover. His damaged bomber had to limp back to England while Stewart gazed down at enemy territory through. He had been put on paid leave by Temple Emanu-El upon his arrest in 2002, and retired in 2006. He was 23 and had a job working on a show for National Geographic. Do you have suggestions/ guidance for people watching Rewind together about how it can lead to discussions? Phil Valentine, Right-wing radio host, died after more than a month-long battle with COVID. Ultimately, we learn that Sasha was abused between ages three and seven by his father Henrys two older brothers, Howard and Larry, and by Larrys son Stewart. Detective George Ohrin recounts how Larry swiftly confessed once he failed a polygraph test, while Howard allowed his case to drag on for years, banking on Sashas desire to move on with his life, thus securing for him a plea deal that involved no prison time. This line turns out to be a prophetic one, since Neulinger has never opted for a filtered reality requiring painful memories to be stored in boxes. Rick May, a voice actor best known to gamers as the husky-throated Soldier in Team Fortress 2, died in Swedish nursing home on April 13 after contracting COVID-19. When I first told my sister that I wanted to make this film, she was angry. For every question that was answered in the tapes I had 10 new questions for the people involved in my life, Neulinger said. I was really enjoying where I was, and yet there was still this voice in the back of my mind, which came from my childhood traumas, said Neulinger, now 30, married and living in a newly-built house in Montana. But those are all minor gripes. The Hit is the most aptly titled movie I've seen in recent memory . The Hit: Tony Stewart's fatal collision with Kevin Ward Jr still lingers Eight years on from the young driver's death, a new documentary seeks to answer questions about a deadly night on a. It does not include images; to avoid copyright violations, you must add them manually, following our guidelines. Fans of the Farrelly brothers may recognize him as the young Jack Black in 2001s Shallow Hal, and its downright excruciating to revisit his big scene in the film, since the would-be laughs are spawned from the absurdity of an adult giving inappropriately sexual advice to his bewildered son. The cause of death has not been determined, but it is believed . and "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune," which later became a film with Michelle Pfeiffer and Al Pacino. In Project Browser, choose one frame range and video clip that you wish to rewind. (The footage was shot in December, 1969, and the half-hour-long film, "Jazz Portrait: Thelonious Monk," was broadcast in 1970.) 2023 Independent Television Service (ITVS). Terrence McNally, a four-time Tony Award-winning playwright, died on March 24 at the age of 81 of complications from the coronavirus. Sasha Joseph Neulingers devastating film tells a story of abuse that spans generations. His son Stewart pleaded guilty during his fathers trial and spent two years in and out of prison, dying at age 42 in 2016. She can clearly see through his erratic antics because she shares the pain that has spawned them. Whats a question that kept coming up from audiences who saw the film? Its when they get caught that they try to act like they care, Neulinger said. I struggled to navigate the realities of my inexperience and the weight that came with digging up my past. The harrowing and courageous documentary, Rewind, marks the directorial debut of Henrys first child, Sasha Joseph Neulinger, who took the name of his maternal great-grandfather as a way of severing any lingering connection to his abusers. No details were shared regarding the cause or place of death. The films narrative is unsettling from the outset, and it continues to unfold as a mystery where each answer leads to new questions. It's here that he grew marijuana. I just watched that doc. I recognized that there were clearly unresolved issues from my childhood that I needed to address. If so, please join The Times of Israel Community. Rob Stewart, a well-known Canadian filmmaker and conservationist, died while scuba diving in the Florida Keys on January 31, 2017. The funding campaign commenced on 30 March 2014, and was marketed as "Rewind To Fast-Forward" and raised just over US$175,000.[3]. To admit those failings is a sensitive issue, particularly when it overlaps with a matter of faith.
