Red Trees (2017)
Award-winning director Marina Willer crafts a poignant visual essay that explores her father's harrowing journey as one of the few Jewish families to survive the Nazi occupation...
MOVIE
Award-winning director Marina Willer crafts a poignant visual essay that explores her father's harrowing journey as one of the few Jewish families to survive the Nazi occupation of Prague during World War II. Shot by César Charlone, an Academy Award® nominee, the film transitions from the devastation of Eastern Europe to the vibrant landscapes of South America. Narrated by Tim Pigott-Smith, Alfred Willer recounts the horrors he faced, including bureaucratic obstacles and personal tragedies, ultimately finding solace as an architect in Brazil. "Red Trees" resonates powerfully amid today's ongoing refugee crises, highlighting resilience and hope.
Runtime
1h 27m
Country
United Kingdom
