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Xueta Island

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The Chuetas on the island of Mallorca constitute a distinct population descending from Jewish families forced to convert to Catholicism centuries ago. While ancestors secretly maintained their faith as Crypto-Jews, their lineages publicly practiced Christianity for generations under severe social isolation and deep-seated stigma that persisted into the modern era. The documentary follows an American expatriate who relocates to the region and begins exploring the community's complex, long-silenced past. Through personal interviews and local encounters, the account uncovers the lingering psychological scars of the Inquisition and the historical hostility faced by these families. Simultaneously, it highlights a profound contemporary cultural awakening, showcasing how modern descendants are actively confronting historical prejudices, embracing their hidden heritage, and working together to openly reclaim their suppressed ancestral identity.

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Language
Catalan

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Spain, United States of America, Israel

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  • United StatesUS

    • PremiereAustin Jewish Film Festival13 Nov 2021
    • PremiereMiami Jewish Film Festival14 Jan 2022
    • PremiereNew York Jewish Film Festival22 Jan 2022
    • PremiereAtlanta Jewish film Festival16 Feb 2022
    • PremiereSpokane Jewish Film Festival27 Feb 2022
    • PremiereTucson Jewish Film Festival12 Jan 2023
    • PremierePalm Beach Jewish Film Festival21 Jan 2023
    • PremiereAugusta Jewish Film Festival22 Jan 2023
    • PremiereBoca Raton Jewish Film Festival5 Mar 2023
    • PremiereDenver Jewish Film Festival11 Mar 2023
    • PremiereChattanooga Jewish Film Festival12 Mar 2023
    • PremiereHartford Jewish Film Festival18 Mar 2023

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Xueta Island was released on 13 November 2021.

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