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ML
Carlo, an unapologetically millennial college jock, thinks that Martial Law wasn’t all that bad. No one in his family had anything bad to say about it, all he’s ever read are online posts on human rights violations. Confronted by a frustrated History professor, Carlo sets out to prove he is right and looks for someone who lived through that period to tell the tale.
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Plot Summary
During the Nazi occupation of Norway, a young boy named Jens is sent to live with his father in a concentration camp. Witnessing the brutal realities of war and imprisonment, Jens struggles to maintain his innocence and hope amidst the despair. He forms an unlikely bond with a fellow inmate, forging a connection that offers solace in the darkest of times.
Critical Reception
ML received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its sensitive portrayal of childhood in wartime and the performances of its young cast. Some critics noted the film's deliberate pacing and somber tone, while others found it to be a powerful and moving examination of resilience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its empathetic depiction of a child's experience in a concentration camp.
The performances, particularly from the younger actors, were highlighted as a strong point.
Some found the film's bleakness and slow pace challenging.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on a true story of the author and Auschwitz survivor Mikkel B. Tonning.
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