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Eight Candles

April 27, 2006 1h 10m

Originally released in 2006. Eight Candles is a feature film. directed by Sandro Halphen. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Ishai Setton

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 27, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country Mexico Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES

Production Companies

  • goliat films
  • Setton Sun Productions
  • MX FLIX

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 Catholicis...

Who directed Eight Candles?

Eight Candles was directed by Sandro Halphen.

How long is Eight Candles?

Eight Candles has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).

When was Eight Candles released?

Eight Candles was released on April 27, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Eight Candles?

The main cast of Eight Candles includes Ishai Setton.