Description
The Paley Center for Media welcomed acclaimed filmmakers John David Coles (The Choice) and Lacey Schwartz Delgado (Re/Pair) for a powerful and timely PaleyImpact conversation exploring the role of documentary storytelling in confronting antisemitism, preserving history, and fostering empathy, understanding, and meaningful dialogue.
In The Choice, Coles brings together Holocaust survivor and psychologist Dr. Edith Eger and Iris Haim, whose son Yotam was taken hostage during the October 7 terrorist attacks, for an extraordinary conversation about trauma, resilience, remembrance, and the power of choice. In Re/Pair, Schwartz Delgado brings together Black and Jewish voices for candid conversations exploring their shared history, differences, and the importance of rebuilding trust and solidarity.
Moderated by Erielle Reshef, National Correspondent and Fill-in Anchor for MS NOW, the discussion examines the responsibility of filmmakers to tell difficult and deeply personal stories, the importance of listening across differences, and the unique power of film to challenge assumptions, bridge divides, and inspire meaningful change.
This special program is part of The Paley Center for Media's ongoing Media's Role in Combating Antisemitism series.
The program was made possible by the generous support of The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, Richard Edelman, and Ronnie and Michael Kassan.
Recorded live at The Paley Museum in New York City on October 26, 2026.