Purchasing Films for Classroom/Library Use
Purchasing Films for Home Use
Renting Films for Public Exhibition
VHS/DVD Previews
Shipping in the United States
Shipping Outside the United States
Purchasing Films for Classroom/Library Use
Institutional purchase DOES NOT include public performance rights. To screen a film outside of the classroom, even when no admission fee is charged, you must contact NCJF to obtain a public performance license. A screening fee will likely apply.
Federal law provides severe civil and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution or exhibition of copyrighted motion picture video/dvd. Uploading to a server, host, or video-hosting website is also strictly prohibited.
For more on public performance and copyright, visit the Motion Picture Association of America.
Please see our License Agreement for rights granted with sale.
Institutional Use License Agreement (PDF)
All orders must be accompanied by an institutional purchase order, institutional check, money order or credit card number. Sorry, no personal checks are accepted for institutional orders.
Download Order Form (PDF)
Order Online
Most films are available for VHS/DVD purchase using our secure shopping cart. If a “Buy Now” button is not available, the film may still be available for purchase. Call or email to inquire.
Order by Phone
Using a Visa or MasterCard, call (781) 736-8600 or (781) 899-7044 Monday through Friday from 9AM to 5PM EST.
Fax Orders to
Print Order Form and fax to (781) 736-2070.Orders by Mail
Print Order Form and send to:
The National Center for Jewish Film
Brandeis University
Lown 102, MS 053
Waltham, MA 02454
NCJF is a non profit 501(c)3 institution. Please contact us if you require our Federal ID number.
Home DVD versions are available for many NCJF titles and may be purchased by individuals for personal home viewing with family and friends only. Home DVD versions are for personal home use only and are protected by US copyright law. It is strictly prohibited to screen, loan or broadcast to any group for either educational (library/classroom use) or commercial purposes.
Federal law provides severe civil and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution or exhibition of copyrighted motion picture video/dvd. Uploading to a server, host, or video-hosting website is also strictly prohibited. Please see our License Agreement for rights granted with saleHome Video License Agreement (PDF)
All home video orders must be paid via online shopping cart, by credit card (Visa or Mastercard), check or money order in advance of shipment. For further instructions, see above.NCJF DOES NOT RENT FILMS FOR HOME USE.
Renting Films for Public Exhibition
Scheduling a Film Rental
To schedule a film rental for public exhibition, send your request in writing to the attention of Juliet Burch via email jburch(at)brandeis(dot)edu or fax (781) 736-2070.
Please provide the following information:
· Film Title(s)
· Preferred Format (35mm, 16mm, Beta, VHS, DVD)
· Screening Date(s)
· Size and type of facility including seating capacity
· Type of event(s) (i.e.,festival, synagogue, classroom, etc.)
· Whether or not admission will be charged
· Complete contact information including telephone, fax, and email address
Prices for public exhibition in theatres, museums, and cultural institutions are based on film format, theater or venue capacity, ticket price, and number of screenings. Rental fees include one-time public performance rights for the date(s) specified. Dates are not changeable without specific permission from NCJF.
Prices are for one screening only. Additional film screenings on the same day are priced at 50% of the listed rental price. Screenings on additional days are billed at the full rental price.
You will receive a quote within 4 days of submitting your request. Check the Title Price Index for format availability. Rental orders must be placed at least 3 weeks before the show date or rush charges may apply.
Return Shipping for Rentals
Renters are responsible for return shipping costs. Films must be returned the next business day after screening. A late return fee will apply. Materials must be sent via UPS or FedEx.
Renters are liable for any damage to prints or videotapes. Shipped items should be insured according to the values listed below:VHS/DVD $20
Beta Tape $300
16mm film $500
35mm film $1000
Rental Cancellations
All rental cancellations made prior to ship date are subject to a fee of $20.00 per title. If a cancellation is received after the ship date, customer is responsible for the full rental fee.
VHS/DVD Previews
For Institutions, Reviewers and Programmers Only
To preview a title for consideration for a film festival, public exhibition, or for broadcast contact jburch(at)brandeis(dot)edu.
Time-coded preview VHS/DVDs are available for a 3-week period for preview purposes only. This material is not licensed for public performance of any kind and may not be reproduced, duplicated or exhibited or used for instructional purposes. A $10 fee per title to cover shipping will be applied. (Packages with multiple previews may receive a bundled price.) Sorry, preview tapes are not available outside the continental United States.
Previews for film critics and journalists are generally available at no charge. Please contact us to make arrangements.
For stock footage requests, click here
All orders are shipped via UPS Ground, which provides tracking service. Purchases are processed and shipped within 1 to 2 weeks of ordering. For orders needed sooner, a rush charge may apply. See below for details. The following fees cover shipping & handling within the continental United States:
VHS/DVD Shipping
$8 for initial title; each additional, add $2Beta Shipping
$10 for initial title; each additional, add $5Film Print Shipping
16mm $20-$30
35mm $30-$50
Shipping to Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico
Additional fee(s) may apply. Please inquire.
Rush Orders
A rush fee of $20 per order will apply to sales needed within 1 week from the receipt of order, and rentals with show dates less than 3 weeks from the receipt of order. Please include a "need by" date with all rush orders. Sorry, we are unable to accommodate orders that must ship the same day on which they are ordered. Please note that some older titles are not available on a rush basis. If the title you request is not available, you will receive an email within 24 hours.
Shipping Outside the United States
For Public Exhibtion Screening
Film materials in all formats are sent by courier services only (FedEx Express preferred).
For VHS/DVD Purchases
Customers outside North America have three shipping options as outlined below. A rush fee of $20 will apply to orders needed less than 2 weeks from receipt of order. Customer is responsible for all customs fees, taxes and duties. All prices are subject to change without notice.
Via U.S. Post Standard Service (approximately 2-4 weeks delivery)
To Europe & Latin America:
$12 initial title, each additional DVD add $3.
To All Others:
$15 initial title, each additional DVD add $5
Via FedEx Express (approximately 1 week delivery)
To Asia, Australia & Europe:
$65 initial title, each additional DVD add $5
To Africa, Latin America, Middle East & New Zealand:
$75 initial title, each additional DVD add $10
Collect Shipping (billed using recipient’s account)
Customers are welcome to supply NCJF with a FedEx account number for collect shipping. NCJF will not include additional handling fees.
The National Center For Jewish Film
Brandeis University, Lown 102, MS053, Waltham MA 02454
P: (781) 899 7044, F: (781) 736 2070
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