Thursday, April 23, 2009

Revolt of Job

Hungary

An aging Jewish couple adopt a christian boy and raise him as their heir to ensure that they leave behind a descendant. Set in the late 1930's, the rise of the Nazis ensures that their demise comes about sooner than they thought.

Nicely cast with solid acting all around. Strong mise-en-scene accurately portrayed the mud-splattered quality of rural Hungarian life. Loving take on Jewish culture which I found interesting as anthropology. Very touching resolution.

Overall, a successful evocation of a time and a place.

6

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