Movie Study: Fiddler on the Roof: Tradition!

***𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝟭𝟵𝟳𝟭 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗲 𝙁𝙞𝙙𝙙𝙡𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙛, 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹. ***

Step into the vibrant world of pre-revolutionary Russia and join Tevye, a humble milkman, as he struggles to uphold his Jewish traditions in the face of societal and political turmoil. This classic musical film delves into issues of love, faith, family, and cultural identity, all while set against the backdrop of a rural Ukrainian village and the sweeping changes of the 1905 Russian Revolution. Throughout the class, students will be transported to a different time and place, where they will explore the rich characters, powerful themes, and timeless life lessons that have made this movie a beloved classic. 

This one time class will engage learners critical thinking skills as they embark on an exciting journey of discovery as they explore the multi-faceted world of the movie. From the complex characters that populate its universe to the profound life lessons that lie within its storyline, learners will delve deep into the heart and soul of the movie. They will analyze the different themes that weave through each scene and find the meanings in this epic tale.

Learners will be equipped with a movie watching handout that is designed to get them thinking with questions to consider before, during, and after the movie.  

During the classroom discussion learners will be sharing their perspectives, insights, and interpretations with their peers. Together, we will explore the depths of the movie and examine if this classic film stands the test of time, challenge ourselves to consider if anything has truly changed since 1905", and what lessons we can learn from the characters.


Students are responsible for watching the movie prior to class. Currently available to rent on Amazon Prime Video, You Tube, Vudu, Netflix, and Google Play Movies. The film may also may be available at your local library.