Xueta Island
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.
Directed by Ofer Laszewicki · Written by Marta Hierro
Cast
- Dani Rotstein Self
- Miquel Segura Self
- Toni Pinya Self
- Laura Miró Bonnín Self
- Juan Manuel Segura Self
- Ari Molina Self
- Abraham Barchilón Self
- Itzhak Baruj Self
- Yael Rivka Self
- Tomeu Arbona Self
- Manuel Ripoll Self
- Karen Kochmann Self
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