Broken Promise (UK Premiere)
| Genre: |
Film |
| Origin: |
Slovakia/Czech Republic |
| Location: |
Arts Centre |
| Tickets: |
£6.50
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| Dates: |
Wednesday 26 May 19:30
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Jirí Chlumský. 2009. Slovakia / Czech Republic. 129mins. Slovak / Russian with Subtitles. Recommended Age 15+
 | Based on the remarkable true story, Broken Promise is an epic story of a young Slovakian Jew who avoided death at the hands of the Nazis through bursts of fate, quick thinking and an unstoppable will to survive. |
As his bar mitzvah approaches, Europe is preparing for war and Martin’s family and friends begin to flee. Narrowly avoiding deportation thanks to his football skills, Martin conceals his origins and assumes a variety of new identities as he escapes Slovakia and makes his way through Eastern Europe in search of a safe haven. Brought to life with superb performances and ravishing cinematography, this inspirational film is Slovakia’s entry in for the 2010 Oscars.
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