Xueta Island

Virtual: Sunday, November 6 through November 13

* New Jersey Premiere *

This fascinating documentary explores the history of the Xueta  a unique group of families living on the Island of Majorca, part of the Balearic Islands. Most of the families trace their heritage back to the Inquisition era when they were forced to renounce their Judaism and officially convert, effectively eliminating Jewish life in Majorca. Yet many continue to practice their Judaism in secret. Current day Majorca presents a compelling case study for silenced Judaism, as practicing Catholic families cite Jewish “traditions” that date back centuries. It is estimated that 20,000 Xeutas live on the Island today. New Jersey native, Dani Rotstein, investigates the islanders history and hidden secrets in this compelling film.

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