Drama · United States of America · 2017 · 18m

Janek/Bastard

Janek/Bastard poster
Director
Muriel Naim
Cast
Jesse Willhite as Krzysztof Avery Walker as Janek Angelique Wiesner as Helenka Norbi Novak as Officer Gröning Maritza Brikisak as Agata
Crew
Lauren Guiteras — Director of Photography Zekun Mao — Editor Muriel Naim — Writer Fernando Barajas — Producer Zander Fieschko — Production Design
Tagline

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

Synopsis

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.

Trailer Janek/Bastard — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
short film
Key Collaborators
Muriel Naim Director Lauren Guiteras Director of Photography Zekun Mao Editor Muriel Naim Writer Fernando Barajas Producer Zander Fieschko Production Design
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