The Rabbi Wore Bell-bottoms
Logline
Drafted fresh out of grad school, Dan Berman feels ambivalent about organized religion, but at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri he finds himself assigned Jewish chaplain's assistant. Thanks to a kindhearted rabbi and the Lutheran daughter of the bigoted post chaplain, he finds himself.
Genre
Comedy,Historical Fiction,Memoir,Funny,Drama,Religious
Short Summary
After a series of humorous experiences trying to escape the Vietnam-era army and survive basic training, Dan is assigned as Jewish chaplain's assistant. When he falls in love with Harriet, daughter of the bigoted post chaplain, the wise and witty rabbi helps him navigate life, love, and lunacy.
Setting
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri (primarily); Chicago-area (briefly)
Based on a True Story
Yes
Plot - Premise
Internal Journey/Rebirth
Plot - Other Elements
Coming of Age,Happy Ending,Meaningful Message,Philosophical Questions,Twist
Mature Audience Themes
Language/Profanity
Main Character Details
Name: Dan Berman
Age: 23
Gender: Male
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Engaging,Funny,Romantic,Educated
Additional Character Details
Name: Stephen Weisberg
Age: 27
Gender: Male
Role: Mentor
Key Traits: Blunt,Heroic,Engaging,Strong Moral Code,Leader,Educated,Honorable,Funny,Decisive,Empathetic
Additional Character Details
Name: Harriet Marshall
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Role: emotional
Key Traits: Charming,Complex,Confident,Engaging,Educated,Romantic,Sexy,Outspoken,Strong Moral Code
Additional Character Details
Name: Herbert Marshall
Age: 45
Gender: Male
Role: antagonist
Key Traits: