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Porto Jewish Community to Release the Trailer to a Film About the Massacre of the Jews of Lisbon in 1506

The Jewish community of Porto has announced the release of a full-length historical film titled "1506," which depicts the massacre of the Jews of Lisbon that occurred in 1506. The film, produced by Portuguese company LightBox, will be available for free viewing on April 19, 2024, marking the 518th anniversary of the tragic event. The film aims to shed light on this dark chapter in history and educate viewers about the historic persecutions faced by the Jewish people throughout Europe.