The Boy in the Woods (2023) is a Canadian drama film directed by Rebecca Snow, based on the memoir of the same name by Maxwell Smart. The film tells the harrowing true story of a young Polish Jewish boy named Max, played by Jett Klyne, who escapes the Nazis during World War II by hiding in the woods.
Plot Overview
Set in 1943, as the Jewish population in a small town in eastern Poland faces imminent danger, Max's mother urges him to flee. He finds refuge with a farming family who initially hide him as a relative. However, as the threat of discovery grows due to increasing rewards for capturing Jews, Max is sent to live in a nearby forest. There, he encounters another orphaned boy named Yanek (David Kohlsmith), and together they struggle for survival while evading Nazi hunters.
The film explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the innocence of childhood amidst the horrors of war. Max's journey not only highlights his fight for survival but also his efforts to maintain hope and humanity in dire circumstances.
Reception
The Boy in the Woods premiered at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival and received positive reviews from critics, holding a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on five reviews. Critics praised its emotional depth and the performances of the young actors. The film has been recognized for its sensitive portrayal of a challenging historical subject.
Key Details
Director: Rebecca Snow
Starring: Jett Klyne, Richard Armitage, Christopher Heyerdahl
Runtime: 100 minutes
Language: English
Production Companies: Lumanity Productions, JoBro Productions, Undisputed Pictures
The film is set to have its commercial release in June 2024, following its festival screenings.
Plot Overview
Set in 1943, as the Jewish population in a small town in eastern Poland faces imminent danger, Max's mother urges him to flee. He finds refuge with a farming family who initially hide him as a relative. However, as the threat of discovery grows due to increasing rewards for capturing Jews, Max is sent to live in a nearby forest. There, he encounters another orphaned boy named Yanek (David Kohlsmith), and together they struggle for survival while evading Nazi hunters.
The film explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the innocence of childhood amidst the horrors of war. Max's journey not only highlights his fight for survival but also his efforts to maintain hope and humanity in dire circumstances.
Reception
The Boy in the Woods premiered at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival and received positive reviews from critics, holding a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on five reviews. Critics praised its emotional depth and the performances of the young actors. The film has been recognized for its sensitive portrayal of a challenging historical subject.
Key Details
Director: Rebecca Snow
Starring: Jett Klyne, Richard Armitage, Christopher Heyerdahl
Runtime: 100 minutes
Language: English
Production Companies: Lumanity Productions, JoBro Productions, Undisputed Pictures
The film is set to have its commercial release in June 2024, following its festival screenings.
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