Xueta Island (2021)

Plot Summary

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.

Full Cast & Characters

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

Director & Crew

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