A Call to Remember
"Her secret past holds the only hope for her family's future."
Originally released in 1997. A Call to Remember is a drama film. directed by Jack Bender.
Starring Joe Mantegna, David Lascher, and Kevin Zegers
Synopsis
Paula Tobias, a Holocaust survivor who has suffered the ultimate personal tragedy of losing her spouse and children during the Nazi occupation of World War II. Now re-married and living in America during the late 1960's with husband David, they build a new life together with sons Ben and Jake. One evening, Paula receives a phone call which assures her that her son, Alec, is actually alive and in New York. This brings up painful memories from the past for everyone involved, including Ben and Jake, who force their father to talk about the Holocaust. Paula rushes to New York only to find that it was a mistake - Alec was never found. She falls into a dramatic depression, as the family confronts their fears and tries to stay together.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 30, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Starz! Pictures
- Great Falls Productions
- Universal Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Call to Remember about?
Paula Tobias, a Holocaust survivor who has suffered the ultimate personal tragedy of losing her spouse and children during the Nazi occupation of World War II. Now re-married and living in America ...
Who directed A Call to Remember?
A Call to Remember was directed by Jack Bender.
How long is A Call to Remember?
A Call to Remember has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was A Call to Remember released?
A Call to Remember was released on August 30, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Call to Remember?
The main cast of A Call to Remember includes Joe Mantegna, David Lascher, Kevin Zegers, Blythe Danner, Joe Spano.