ABOUT THE FILM

[Virtual Only]

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Monticello remains one of the most iconic landmarks in American preservation history. While it is remembered as the home of President Thomas Jefferson, few know the story of what happened to the property after one of our nation’s Founding Fathers passed and its unlikely caretakers. When Jefferson died in 1826, he left behind a mountain of personal debt, forcing his heirs to sell his beloved Monticello home and all of its possessions to Uriah Phillips Levy, a Jewish naval officer and fervent believer in Jeffersonian ideals. THE LEVY’S OF MONTICELLO tells the little-known story of the Levy family, who owned, restored, and saved the estate from ruin for over 100 years, turning it into an iconic landmark amidst increasing anti-Semitic backlash from the community. The film also traces how this national treasure stands as a complex symbol and paradox of Democracy—a palatial plantation built by slaves and preserved by Jews—and confronts the stain of ongoing racism and anti-Semitism that remain part of the national narrative.

Additional Things to Know

• Read our Festival FAQ Page for frequently asked questions about attending in-person, streaming access links, or using the EleventTV app on your SmartTV, troubleshooting, and how to join Zooms online.
• Attending in-person? Advance purchase and ticket package redemption is highly recommended. Before coming to the theater, review our Venue Policies and the SJCC Welcome Back Page for up-to-date policies, protocols, and information.
• Watching virtually? Advance ticket purchasers will receive a Virtual Access Email one (1) hour before the film streaming window opens. If you purchase when a film is already streaming, your Virtual Access Email link is live. Once you hit "play," you have 48 hours to finish the film. All films expire on Sun. March 26, 11:59pm. There is no grace period. Plan accordingly.
• Tickets may be purchased up to two (2) hours before the festival ends.
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