2021 JCC Chicago Jewish Film Festival

Xueta Island with shorts The Broken Candle & Unraveling

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Xueta Island: Some Catholics on the Spanish island of Mallorca have been discriminated against for centuries because their surnames have a connection to a Jewish heritage. They not only endured stigma and humiliation: they were also deprived of fundamental rights as citizens. While a few have been inspired to return to the faith of their ancestors, their recent entry into the leadership of the local Jewish community has caused an unforeseen controversy among its members. Are they the best suited to lead Mallorquin Judaism despite not having practiced their faith for centuries?


  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    63 minutes
  • Language
    Spanish, English
  • Country
    Spain, United States
  • Director
    FELIPE WOLOKITA and OFER LASZEWICK
  • Producer
    DANI ROTSTEIN