In the High Desert region of California, a rabbi named Moses 'Mo' Zaltzman reluctantly takes up firearms lessons to protect himself, his family, and his congregation after an antisemitic attack. The film 'Guns & Moses' addresses the theme of security and the need for self-protection in the wake of real-life tragedies. The movie, which is currently on the festival circuit, has taken on added significance in a world where Jewish businesses and places of worship have been targeted. It aims to deliver a thrilling action thriller while also conveying an important message of standing up for what's right and not being a soft target.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-gunslinging-rabbi-takes-on-an-antisemitic-whodunit-in-this-thrilling-jewish-western/
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