The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas(2008)

Behind the story

What is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas about?

When his family moves from their home in Berlin to a strange new house in Poland, young Bruno befriends Shmuel, a boy who lives on the other side of the fence where everyone seems to be wearing striped pajamas. Unaware of Shmuel's fate as a Jewish prisoner or the role his own Nazi father plays in his imprisonment, Bruno embarks on a dangerous journey inside the camp's walls.

Genres

Drama, War, History

Directed by

Mark Herman

Release date

2008-05-07

Status

Released

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