Feuerkind
Feuerkind

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Feuerkind

2014
Movie
25 min
German

A little African boy loses his family during an LRA rebel attack on his village. Everything is burning. Years later Sharif lives in a refugee home in Germany. When he falls in love with Jacky, a German girl, he has to face the shadows of his past once again.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Klaus RichterGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during the final days of World War II, 'Feuerkind' tells the story of a young German soldier who is deeply disillusioned by the horrors of war. As the front lines collapse and the Third Reich crumbles, he grapples with his conscience and the brutal reality of his situation. The film follows his desperate attempts to survive and find a semblance of humanity amidst the widespread destruction and chaos.

Critical Reception

'Feuerkind' received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its intense portrayal of the psychological toll of war on a young soldier. Some critics found the narrative somewhat predictable, while others lauded its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead actor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its somber and effective depiction of a soldier's inner turmoil.

  • Noted for its atmospheric portrayal of the grim final days of the war.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat conventional for the genre.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in several historical locations in Germany that bore witness to the events of World War II, adding to its authentic atmosphere.

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