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Jewish Dating Comedy 'Mazel Tough' Begins Filming
27 Jul
Summary
- New romantic comedy 'Mazel Tough' centers on Jewish dating during holidays.
- Film features cast members from 'Genius: Picasso' and 'The Bear'.
- Production is set to begin in Tulsa, Oklahoma this October.
The upcoming romantic comedy, 'Mazel Tough,' is gearing up for production in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with filming scheduled to commence in October. This feature directorial debut from Evan Scolnick explores the challenges and joys of finding love and connection within the Jewish community during the holiday season.
The film's narrative follows a young Jewish man's journey to discover his identity and a meaningful relationship at a time when modern dating feels increasingly complicated. Scolnick, drawing inspiration from his background, including a stint at Marvel Studios, expressed his surprise and passion for directing a romantic comedy.
'Mazel Tough' features a notable cast including Alex Rich, Colin Ford, Adam Shapiro, Michael Vlamis, Jonathan Lipnicki, and Sofia Masson. The project is being produced by Billy Greenfield, Cassidy Lunnen, Daniel Stuzin, and Scolnick himself, with Buffalo 8 Productions' Adam Harris Engelhard and Jonathan Lipnicki among the executive producers.
Lipnicki and Engelhard of Buffalo 8 Productions shared their enthusiasm, stating they sought a meaningful Jewish film and found it in 'Mazel Tough.' They praised Scolnick's ability to craft a story that is specific, humorous, and emotionally resonant, especially in the current dating landscape.
