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Janek/Bastard (2017)

2017-08-07 · 18m · EN
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An exploration of the intricate relationship between a Christian and a Jewish boy in 1942 Poland.

Krzysztof, an introverted 10 year old, faces his father's decision to hide a Jewish boy from a nearby village in the family's house. As the new boy prompts the father's attention, Krzysztof develops a flammable jealousy towards the other boy which reaches a dangerous peak and leads him to an irreversible act.

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Muriel NaimDirector, Writer

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Jesse WillhiteJesse WillhiteKrzysztofAvery WalkerAvery WalkerJanekAngelique WiesnerAngelique WiesnerHelenkaNorbi NovakNorbi NovakOfficer Gröning

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Short film

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What is Janek/Bastard about?

Krzysztof, an introverted 10 year old, faces his father's decision to hide a Jewish boy from a nearby village in the family's house. As the new boy prompts the father's attention, Krzysztof develops a flammable jealousy towards the other boy which reaches a dangerous peak and leads him to an irreversible act.

How long is Janek/Bastard?

Janek/Bastard has a runtime of 18 minutes.