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This heartwarming and hilarious romantic comedy inspired by director Jonah Feingold’s own experiences centers on Leo Kadner (played by Feingold), a 30-year-old New Yorker who unexpectedly decides to have his long-overdue Bar Mitzvah after a chance encounter with his former summer camp crush, Eva Shapiro (Sarah Coffey). As Leo navigates the ups and downs of adulting—situationships, exes, and the quirks of family—he embarks on a Mitzvah project that just might help him finally grow up. This charming independent film delves into themes of tradition, identity, and the lengths one will go for a second chance at love. Featuring a vibrant ensemble cast including Jackie Sandler (Big Daddy, You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah), Dale Moss (The Bachelorette), comedian Jared Freid, Catherine Cohen (The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous), Larry Owens (Abbott Elementary), and newcomer Sarah Coffey, 31 Candles promises to light up the screen with its blend of humor and heart.
- Year2025
- Runtime90 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- PremiereWorld Premiere
- DirectorJonah Feingold
- ScreenwriterJonah Feingold
- CastJonah Feingold, Jackie Sandler, Dale Moss, Jared Freid, Catherine Cohen, Larry Owens, Sarah Coffey
- CinematographerLauren Guiteras
- EditorJonah Feingold
If you would like to donate to support our efforts, you can do so by clicking here. You can also experience all the films streaming in the Festival's virtual program by purchasing an All-Access Virtual Pass by clicking here.
This heartwarming and hilarious romantic comedy inspired by director Jonah Feingold’s own experiences centers on Leo Kadner (played by Feingold), a 30-year-old New Yorker who unexpectedly decides to have his long-overdue Bar Mitzvah after a chance encounter with his former summer camp crush, Eva Shapiro (Sarah Coffey). As Leo navigates the ups and downs of adulting—situationships, exes, and the quirks of family—he embarks on a Mitzvah project that just might help him finally grow up. This charming independent film delves into themes of tradition, identity, and the lengths one will go for a second chance at love. Featuring a vibrant ensemble cast including Jackie Sandler (Big Daddy, You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah), Dale Moss (The Bachelorette), comedian Jared Freid, Catherine Cohen (The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous), Larry Owens (Abbott Elementary), and newcomer Sarah Coffey, 31 Candles promises to light up the screen with its blend of humor and heart.
- Year2025
- Runtime90 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- PremiereWorld Premiere
- DirectorJonah Feingold
- ScreenwriterJonah Feingold
- CastJonah Feingold, Jackie Sandler, Dale Moss, Jared Freid, Catherine Cohen, Larry Owens, Sarah Coffey
- CinematographerLauren Guiteras
- EditorJonah Feingold