An American-born Jewish adolescent, Hannah Stern, is uninterested in the culture, faith and customs of her relatives. However, she begins to revaluate her heritage when she has a supernatural experience that transports her back to a Nazi death camp in 1941. There she meets a young girl named Rivkah, a fellow captive in the camp. As Rivkah and Hannah struggle to survive in the face of daily atrocities, they form an unbreakable bond.
Hannah is a young Jewish girl who is reluctant to participate in her family's Passover Seder, feeling disconnected from her heritage and the stories of the Holocaust. During the Seder, she is transported back in time to a Polish village during World War II. There, she experiences firsthand the horrors of the Holocaust, forced to confront the unimaginable suffering of her ancestors.
The film was generally well-received for its powerful portrayal of the Holocaust and its impact on a young protagonist. It was praised for its sensitive handling of difficult subject matter and its educational value, particularly for younger audiences, though some critics noted its sometimes heavy-handed approach. It resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and its message of remembrance and resilience.
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The film is based on the award-winning novel of the same name by Jane Yolen.
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