Janek/Bastard

Janek/Bastard

Janek/Bastard

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Janek/Bastard

"An exploration of the intricate relationship between a Christian and a Jewish boy in 1942 Poland."

2017

0h 18m

8.0(1 votes)

Drama

Overview

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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Cast & Crew

5 members

Acting

Jesse Willhite

Krzysztof

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Avery Walker

Janek

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Angelique Wiesner

Helenka

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Norbi Novak

Officer Gröning

Norbi Novak

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Maritza Brikisak

Agata

Maritza Brikisak

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