The heads of the Jewish and Catholic communities in Oporto, Portugal, announced proceeds from their joint project, a film titled 1618, will go to social solidarity projects.
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The religious, social and cultural cooperation between the city's Jewish community and Roman Catholic diocese began in December 2019, with the goal of fighting antisemitism, creating dialogue and promoting welfare initiatives, the communities said in a statement.
The two have collaborated many times throughout the years, having created a hall dedicated to the good relationship between the religious communities and even donated funds to an Israeli food bank after the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.
Based on true events, 1618 tells the story of the inquisitor's visit to Oporto, during which he encountered resistance from priests, ordinary citizens and the city authorities themselves, all accustomed for centuries to living alongside the Jews. It was directed by Portuguese director Luís Ismael and received more than 50 international awards at various film festivals.
