In Hebrew, a Mitzvah is a good deed.
Traditionally, Jewish boys undergo this significant rite of passage at age 13, and more recently, Jewish girls at 12. The preparation spans a year or more, culminating in a celebratory ritual that marks their transition from childhood to adulthood.
The ceremony typically commences in the synagogue, where the Bar Mitzvah (boy) or Bat Mitzvah (girl) leads a service, reads from the Torah in Hebrew, and shares personal reflections on the event's significance. Post-service, a joyous celebration ensues, with family and friends warmly embracing the newly initiated adult into the community.
Whenever possible, we capture these moments, filming both the service and celebration. When circumstances don't allow, we turn to recording rehearsals and collecting personal stories from family members, ensuring every precious detail is preserved.