Janek/Bastard

An exploration of the intricate relationship between a Christian and a Jewish boy in 1942 Poland.

Krzysztof, an introverted 10 year old, faces his father's decision to hide a Jewish boy from a nearby village in the family's house. As the new boy prompts the father's attention, Krzysztof develops a flammable jealousy towards the other boy which reaches a dangerous peak and leads him to an irreversible act.

Cast

Jesse Willhite

Krzysztof

Avery Walker

Janek

Angelique Wiesner

Helenka

Norbi Novak

Officer Gröning

Maritza Brikisak

Agata

Crew

Zekun Mao

Editor

Zander Fieschko

Production Design

Marissa Bergman

Art Direction

Lauren Guiteras

Director of Photography

Fernando Barajas

Producer

Muriel Naim

Director

Muriel Naim

Writer

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