The Jew

Barcode: 45300033 Call Number: L-RP23 Material Type: Video -VHS Time: 85 min. Language: Portuguese Description: In 1793, During The Inquisitions, More Than 100 Brazilian Jewish Families Who Had Converted To Christianity Under Duress To Avoid The Terror Of Persecution Are Ordered By The Kingto Be Tried For The Crime Of Practicing Judaism. Amongst Them Is The Family Of Playwright, Antonio Jose Da Silva. He Is Acquitted, But As His Popularity As A Writer Grows, He Is Imprisoned Once More. He Is Supported By A Brave Few, While The Clergy In Charge Believes That Inquisitors Are Granted "Divine Ferocity" In Order To Protect The Flock. Da Silvas Family And Friends Are Investigated, Imprisoned, And Tortured. The Writer Is Given A Choice: Admit To Being A Jew, Or Die. Collection: Language Resource Center