An orthodox Jewish blaxploitation hero saves Hanukkah from the clutches of Santa Claus' evil son.
Director:
Jonathan KesselmanWriter:
Jonathan Kesselman
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The acclaimed actor stretches his range with John Wick: Chapter 3 and plays with how he says the name of "Bosch."
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Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Adam Goldberg | ... | Mordechai Jefferson Carver | |
| Judy Greer | ... | Esther Bloomenbergensteinenthal | |
| Andy Dick | ... | Damian Claus | |
| Mario Van Peebles | ... | Mohammed Ali Paula Abdul Rahim | |
| Peter Coyote | ... | JJL Chief Bloomenbergensteinenthal | |
| Nora Dunn | ... | Mrs. Carver | |
| Sean Whalen | ... | Tiny Tim | |
| Tony Cox | ... | Jamal | |
| Richard Riehle | ... | Santa | |
| Melvin Van Peebles | ... | Sweetback | |
| Rachel Dratch | ... | Tikva | |
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Harrison Chad | ... | Schlomo |
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Jim Petersmith | ... | Skinhead Bartender |
| Annie McEnroe | ... | Mrs. Highsmith | |
| Grant Rosenmeyer | ... | Young Mordechai | |
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Mordechai Jefferson Carver, aka the Hebrew Hammer, is an orthodox Jewish stud who goes on a mission to save Hanukkah. When Santa Claus's evil son Damian is pushed over the edge by his father's liberal policies, he does away with the Christian patriarch. Subsequently stepping into his father's role, Damian launches a campaign to eradicate the Jewish Holiday. The Hammer joins forces with Esther Bloomenbergensteinenthal, the gorgeous and dangerous daughter of the leader of the Jewish Justice League; and his brother-in-arms Mohammed Ali Paula Abdul Rahim, the head of the Kwanzaa Liberation Front, to topple Santa's evil progeny and to save Hanukkah for future generations of Jews. Written by Sujit R. Varma
Taglines:
He's Not Bad, He's Cha-baad. See more »Genres:
ComedyMotion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for language, some sexual references and drug use | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USARelease Date:
25 March 2004 (Australia) See more »Also Known As:
Hammer o exolothreftis See more »Edit
Box Office
Budget:
$1,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$19,539, 21 December 2003, Limited ReleaseGross USA:
$19,539, 21 December 2003Company Credits
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Runtime:
| (Buenos Aires Festival Internacional de Cine Independiente)Sound Mix:
Dolby DigitalAspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1
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Adam Goldberg claims that he knew he had to do this movie as soon as he read the line "Shabbat shalom, motherfuckers!" See more »Goofs
Mordechai is portrayed as a faithful Orthodox Jew, but during a scene with his shirt off, the morning after Mordechai and Esther make love, it's clear that Mordechai has several tattoos, which are forbidden in traditional Judaism. Adam Goldberg has stated in interviews that the only reason for this is that he was too lazy to get up early in the morning to have the makeup artists cover up the tattoos. The tattoos go without comment in the dialogue because, according to director Jonathan Kesselman, the Hebrew Hammer has already gone against tradition by engaging in premarital sex, and so a couple tattoos are nothing compared to that. See more »Crazy Credits
Uncle Bernie, Aunt Shelly and all the Long Island Kesselmans - Thanks for letting us eat by you on Shabbat See more »Alternate Versions
When the Hebrew Hammer enters the Duke's Nazi bar, he walks over to the Jukebox and plays a song. That song is played through the entire scene. However the Comedy Central and DVD versions of the movie each play a different song for the same scene. See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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If you laugh, you'll have to watch it again. This movie makes Mel Brook's 'Blazing Saddles' and other productions seem like serious and refined drama. If you cannot restrain your laughter, you will miss hearing the next line and have to watch it again. It is one of the most irreverent, politically incorrect, well produced and directed film in this genre I have ever seen...definitely not for kids, but then they wouldn't understand the jokes anyway...probably ruin it for you with their persistent questions. If you are Jewish, this film will rank among the best comedies you have ever watched. If you are not Jewish, this film will rank among the second best comedies you have ever watched...so check your lineage before you rate this film