Godless Youth
Godless Youth

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Godless Youth

2017
Movie
114 min
German

German students compete to enter one of the country's elite schools.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Toshikazu NagaeGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of World War II, a group of young Japanese students are sent to a remote island to take over a naval base. Faced with harsh conditions and the grim realities of war, they grapple with their youthful idealism and the loss of innocence as they navigate duty, friendship, and survival.

Critical Reception

Godless Youth received a mixed to positive reception, with praise directed at its performances and poignant portrayal of youth in wartime, though some critics found the narrative slightly predictable. It resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and historical context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances from its young cast.

  • Appreciated for its moving depiction of youth during wartime.

  • Some noted a predictable narrative arc.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on a novel of the same name by Katsuichiro Griffith.

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