Eight Candles (2006)

A documentary from Veracruz tells the story of eight individuals who inherited Jewish traditions and practiced them in secret. For years, they hid their true faith by outwardly following Catholicism, preserving their rituals quietly until they felt safe to openly embrace their heritage. The film captures their struggles, resilience, and the rediscovery of their cultural identity.

Director: Sandro Halphen
Runtime: 70 min
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Screenplay

Music: Mario Stern
Editing: Carlos Puente
Production: goliat films, Setton Sun Productions, MX FLIX
Country: Mexico
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Sandro Halphen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eight Candles about?
A documentary from Veracruz tells the story of eight individuals who inherited Jewish traditions and practiced them in secret. For years, they hid their true faith by outwardly following Catholicism, preserving their rituals quietly until they felt safe to openly embrace their heritage. The film captures their struggles, resilience, and the rediscovery of their cultural identity.
Who directed Eight Candles?
Eight Candles was directed by Sandro Halphen.
Who stars in Eight Candles?
Eight Candles stars Ishai Setton.
How long is Eight Candles?
Eight Candles has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
Where was Eight Candles produced?
Eight Candles was produced in Mexico.