The Choice at Teaneck International Film Festival

The 2026 Teaneck International Film Festival returns November 5–12 with a lineup of documentaries, narrative films, shorts, and filmmaker discussions. The festival continues its tradition of presenting films that address important social issues under its theme, Activism: Making Change.

About the Film

A haunting yet life-affirming film about reframing pain and the radical power of choice. It follows grieving mother Iris Haim as she mourns the loss of her son in the aftermath of October 7th and forms an unexpected bond with Dr. Edith Eger—a renowned psychologist, author, and Auschwitz survivor—whose hard-won wisdom guides her toward transformation.

Documentary – 84 Minutes

Directed by John David Coles

Sponsored by The Jewish Link

Talkback with filmmaker, John David Coles , Moshe Kinderlehrer (The Jewish Link, Founder & Co-publisher)

Moderated by Barry Lichtenberg

Screening Details

• Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
• Time: 5:00 pm
• Location: Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ

Tickets and More Information

Purchase tickets through the official Teaneck International Film Festival ticketing page.

For more films, screening schedules, and festival information, see mybergen.com’s complete guide to the 2026 Teaneck International Film Festival.