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The Children of Villa Emma

The Children of Villa Emma

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Status

Released

Release Date

Mar 23, 2016

Runtime

1h 43m

Genres

Drama, History, War

User Score

54%

Original Title

Die Kinder der Villa Emma

Production Companies

Graf Film, ARD, ORF

Director

Nikolaus Leytner

Description

According to true events, the moving drama "The Children of Villa Emma" tells of a dangerous escape that took place during the Second World War. In 1942/1943, the Italian village of Nonantola was indeed a refuge for 73 Jewish children who wanted to escape the merciless access of the National Socialists on their way to the "Promised Land" of Palestine. Director Nikolaus Leytner describes the dangerous journey as an exciting test, presented by a talented young cast.