Exile: A Myth Unearthed (2012)

Rethinking the notion of Jewish exile and the role it plays in Middle East politics.

This feature documentary looks at new evidence that suggests the majority of the Jewish people may not have been exiled following the fall of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Travelling from Galilee to Jerusalem and the catacombs of Rome, the film asks us to rethink our ideas about an event that has played a critical role in the Christian and Jewish traditions.

Director: Ilan Ziv
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 104 min
Release Date:
Production: Alegria Productions, ONF | NFB, Tamouz Media
Country: Canada, France
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

palestinian-israeli conflict, zionism, diaspora, jewish history

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Exile: A Myth Unearthed about?
This feature documentary looks at new evidence that suggests the majority of the Jewish people may not have been exiled following the fall of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Travelling from Galilee to Jerusalem and the catacombs of Rome, the film asks us to rethink our ideas about an event that has played a critical role in the Christian and Jewish traditions.
Who directed Exile: A Myth Unearthed?
Exile: A Myth Unearthed was directed by Ilan Ziv.
How long is Exile: A Myth Unearthed?
Exile: A Myth Unearthed has a runtime of 1h 44m (104 minutes).
What genre is Exile: A Myth Unearthed?
Exile: A Myth Unearthed is a Documentary film.
Where was Exile: A Myth Unearthed produced?
Exile: A Myth Unearthed was produced in Canada, France.