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The Painted Bird (2019)
Runtime169 min
Rating18A
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After losing his parents, a young Jewish boy wanders Eastern Europe, seeking refuge during World War II.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Painted Bird (2019) has received critical acclaim for its harrowing depiction of the horrors of war, with the film being praised for its visceral cinematography and performances. While the film's graphic content has made it a divisive viewing experience, it has garnered significant awards recognition, including a nomination for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The film has an IMDb rating of 7.5 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 72%, indicating that it has resonated with a large portion of the viewing audience.
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This harrowing historical drama, based on the novel by Jerzy Kosiński, follows a young boy's journey through the horrors of World War II, showcasing a dark, visceral visual style and thematic depth that may appeal to the user's appreciation for challenging, artistically ambitious films.
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The Painted Bird is a 2019 Czech war drama film written, directed and produced by Václav Marhoul. An adaptation of Jerzy Kosiński's novel of the same name, it is the first film to feature the Interslavic language; Marhoul stated that he decided to use Interslavic so that no Slavic nation would nationally identify with the story.
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