Run Boy Run

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Run Boy Run
Genres: Drama, War
Rating: 7.2
Year:2013
Country:DE
Runtime: 1h 48min

Description:

"Run Boy Run" tells an extraordinary true story of eight-year-old Jurek as he embarks on a harrowing journey to evade capture during World War II. In the face of adversity, Jurek escapes from the Warsaw ghetto and must rely on his wits to survive in the harsh wilderness while disguising himself as a Polish orphan. Throughout his odyssey, he encounters people who exploit him for personal gain, but also those who demonstrate immense courage by risking their own safety to help him.As Jurek's resilience is pushed to its limits after suffering an accident that leaves him crippled, the challenges he faces only grow more intense as he struggles to find work and maintain his independence. With hope fading, Jurek finally finds solace with a family willing to take him in. But yet again, betrayal rears its ugly head when a young man from a Jewish orphanage forcefully tries to bring Jurek back into the fold. As the Russians advance into his territory, Jurek must confront his past and future, facing heartache and determination as he searches for a place to call home.