On Sunday, Feb. 25, the National Council of Jewish Women, Los Angeles presents “Struggle in Paradise,” a film by Dr. Stuart Perlman.

Perlman has been a psychologist and psychoanalyst in West Los Angeles for over 35 years. In 2010, he began painting portraits of individuals experiencing homelessness from Venice Beach, West L.A. and skid row.

“Struggle in Paradise” is a deeply moving documentary chronicling Dr. Perlman’s journey and introduces viewers to many of his portrait subjects. It won the award for Best Movie from the National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis.

After the showing of the film, a panel of speakers will join Perlman: Phil Ansell, director of the L.A. County Homeless Initiative; Alisa Orduna, senior advisor on homelessness to the city manager; and Stephanie Gamer, CEO of LA Family Housing. Serving as moderator will be Dr. Wendy Levin, of Home for Good, L.A.

The event will begin at 3 p.m. at the Council House. To reserve a spot, call (323)852-8512, or email carrie@ncjwla.org.

The Council House is located at 543 N. Fairfax Ave. For information, visit ncjwla.org.