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Director: Jeff Kanew
Cast: Michael Degen, Katrin Sass, Axel Milberg, Barbara De Rossi
Autumn 1941. The Soviet army flees Kyiv, chaos reigns, soldiers attempt to trade their uniforms for civilian clothes in order to escape unnoticed. The war and pending capture of Kyiv by the Germans is the only topic of discussion. Everyone has heard of the horrible things that have happened in other areas, where Jews were brutally and inhumanely murdered. Indecision and despair spread like wildfire among the population. As the German army marches in, fear and horror take over.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Babiy Yar is a 2003 drama film directed by Jeff Kanew that explores the events surrounding the Nazi massacre of Jews in Kyiv, Ukraine during World War II. While the film has not received widespread critical acclaim, it provides a somber and historically grounded depiction of this tragic period.
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Directed by Jeff Kanew, Babiy Yar (2003) is a powerful historical drama that provides a gripping and deeply unsettling depiction of the Nazi occupation of Kyiv. With its strong performances, particularly from Michael Degen and Katrin Sass, the film offers a visceral and unflinching look at the horrors of the Holocaust, making it a must-see for fans of thought-provoking historical cinema.
Babiy Yar is a 2003 film directed by Jeff Kanew and starring Michael Degen.
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