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'Orthodox Stance' at Cinerama
Born in the Ukraine and raised in Brooklyn, Dmitriy Salita is a practicing Orthodox Jew and professional boxer. This documentary catches him at the moment he is about to reach the peak of his career. He has not lost a fight and is determined to get to the top. He has support from his Jewish community, black American friends, and Latino trainers. Although Orthodox, Dmitriy does not live in a closed world. Indeed, Orthodox Stance overflows with the boxer's humanity. (Cinerama, 2100 Fourth Ave, 441-3080. 7:30 pm, $7–$10.)
CHARLES MUDEDE
Sounds uplifting...and for sure looks like there's fire in the hole.
But don't orthodox Jews have to cover their bodies? And what if there are women in the audience?
I saw this in San Francisco last year at the Castro -- the film maker and Salita made an appearance as well.
The film is really enjoyable, and Dmitry Salita is classy, charming and down-to-earth. Check it out!
Orthodox women have to cover their bodies. Apparently, just the sight of an elbow or a collarbone could drive a man to distraction.
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