This long-awaited film
is finally available! Produced in England, this remarkable, tense
drama, is based on the Barcelona Disputation that took place in
the court of King James of Aragon in 1263.
During the Middle Ages, there were numerous disputations between
Jews and Christians, but the Barcelona Disputation was unique.
The others were not authentic debates, but attempts by Christians
to force conversion on the Jews. The Barcelona Disputation was
the only occasion on which the Jewish spokesman was allowed to
speak freely. This led to a genuine confrontation between Judaism
and Christianity in which the basic differences between the two
religions were brought to light. The Jewish side was represented
by the leading Talmudic scholar Rabbi Moses ben Nachman (Nachmanides).
The apostate Pablo Christiani led the Christian side.
Finely acted by an extraordinarily distinguished cast, the story
examines the disputation between the Christians and the Jews where
Nachmanides used his unparalleled knowledge of sacred literature
and the power of his oration to defend his faith. In the end,
King James of Aragon rewarded the "Rabbi of Gerona" 300 dinarim
for his courage and success in the disputation. It is a fascinating
and empowering film for all to enjoy.
Starring: Christopher
Lee, Bob Peck, Alan Dobie, Toyah Wilcox, Bernard Hepton
THE
DISPUTATION ON VHS
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