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Back Home

2018
Movie
106 min
Polish

Ula, a young girl from a small town in Poland is kidnapped and taken to a brothel in Germany. Luckily she manages to escape and return home. However, the welcome she receives is far from warm, as the girl is ostracised by the local, conservative community.

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IMDb6.3/10
Google Users75%
Director: Niels Arden OplevGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

In 1970s Denmark, a young boy named Einar is sent to live with his grandmother after his mother falls ill. He struggles to adapt to his new life and the strict rules of his grandmother's household. However, he finds solace in building a close bond with a wild horse, forming a deep connection that helps him navigate his difficult circumstances.

Critical Reception

Back Home received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its emotional depth and the performances, others found the narrative to be somewhat predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its heartwarming story and nostalgic setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching portrayal of a boy's relationship with a horse.

  • Appreciated for its authentic depiction of rural life in 1970s Denmark.

  • Some critics found the plot to be overly simplistic or familiar.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's emotional resonance and its focus on the bond between humans and animals. Many found it to be a sweet and nostalgic viewing experience, although some felt the story lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in rural Denmark, aiming for an authentic representation of the period and setting.

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