"1506: The Lisbon Genocide" Film Discussion

A compelling and historically significant docudrama, "1506 - The Lisbon Genocide", explores the largely untold story of the massacre of New Christians in Lisbon during the year 1506, an event of profound historical and cultural impact. This docudrama offers deep educational insights into a critical moment in history with themes of tolerance, persecution, and resilience that resonate with contemporary societal issues, making the documentary timely and thought-provoking.
Watch the film at home • MJFF Virtual Cinema: 1... and join us for a discussion with producer Dara Jeffries and Reconectar president Ashley Perry!
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About Dara:
Dara Jeffries is the Vice-President of the Jewish Community of Oporto, of which she has been a member since she was a child. She is also a representative of the Community with respect to its cultural endeavors internationally and has spoken at International Film Festivals and conferences about the Community’s films, museums and educational programs.
Dara holds a Masters in languages from Oxford University, a Portuguese Law degree and a US Law degree, and is a practicing attorney.
Dara and her husband Dale, a retired musician and professor, have two grown sons, and split their time between Portugal and Miami.
Ashley Perry (Perez) is an international strategic, communications consultant and election campaign adviser to international leaders, governments, companies, organizations, and individuals in a variety of fields and arenas at the highest levels globally, helping his clients win elections and successfully navigate political, business and reputational campaigns.
He is President of Reconectar, an organization that seeks to reconnect with the over 200 million descendants of Spanish and Portuguese Jewish communities, and former Director of the Knesset Caucus for Reconnection with the Descendants of Spanish and Portuguese Jewish communities.
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