Run Boy Run
A promising runner, Do-won, after getting injured in an accident, runs to meet his best friend from childhood, Jin-su. In that brief joyful moment of being reunited with Jin-su who seemed different from their pure past, Do-won got caught up in an unexpected incident. Can we still be able to get out of this situation of falling into the depths, and face the future where we had the same dream?
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Plot Summary
Based on the true story of Yoram Fridman, a Jewish boy who flees Nazi Germany and survives the Holocaust alone in the forests of Poland. He adopts various identities and relies on his instincts and the kindness of strangers to stay alive, all while searching for any sign of his family.
Critical Reception
Run Boy Run was generally well-received for its powerful portrayal of a child's resilience in the face of extreme adversity. Critics praised its emotional depth and historical significance, though some noted its challenging subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
- A moving and harrowing depiction of survival during the Holocaust.
- Praised for its strong central performance and emotional resonance.
- The film tackles a difficult subject with sensitivity and respect.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Feature Film at the 2021 German Film Awards (Lola).
Fun Fact
The film is based on the true story of Yoram Fridman, who was one of the only Jewish children in Poland to survive the Holocaust entirely on his own in the wilderness.
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