Take 5 with SIFF: Ken Jacobson

Film Festival Programmer | Palm Springs, California


Ken Jacobson

Describe yourself as a film genre:

Documentary

What is your favorite movie of all time and why?:

Pather Panchali by Satyajit Ray. This film captures the wonder, terror and magic of youth like no other, and it is so beautifully and seamlessly made that you don't even feel you are watching a movie.

Who would play you in a movie?:

Congressman Adam Schiff

What's your go to movie snack?:

Freshly popped popcorn

What Film Title best describes your life?

Some Like It Hot