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Shadows

August 22, 1988 1h 41m 7.6/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1988. Shadows is a drama film. directed by Jerzy Kaszubowski.

Starring Marzena Trybała, Eugeniusz Kujawski, and Bogusław Linda

Synopsis

During the Second World War, tens of thousands of blonde, blue-eyed Polish children were snatched from their parents and given to German families. Lebensborn was part of Hitler's plan to expand the Aryan master race within the Third Reich. Eight-year old Jerzy returns home at the end of the war to a joyful reunion with his long-lost mother and grandfather. But problems arise as he is taunted by his peers and, longing for his missing father, burns with resentment for his new communist stepfather.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 22, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
User Rating 7.6/10 Great (4 votes)
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Language PL Original language
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Country France + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PL

Production Companies

  • ZED
  • Film Four International
  • Film Polski
  • Zespół Filmowy "Tor"

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shadows about?

During the Second World War, tens of thousands of blonde, blue-eyed Polish children were snatched from their parents and given to German families. Lebensborn was part of Hitler's plan to expand the...

Who directed Shadows?

Shadows was directed by Jerzy Kaszubowski.

How long is Shadows?

Shadows has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was Shadows released?

Shadows was released on August 22, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Shadows?

The main cast of Shadows includes Marzena Trybała, Eugeniusz Kujawski, Bogusław Linda, Jerzy Bińczycki, Sława Kwaśniewska.