The Children of Villa Emma (2016)
According to true events, the moving drama "The Children of Villa Emma" tells of a dangerous escape that took place during the Second World War. In 1942/1943, the Italian village of Nonantola was indeed a refuge for 73 Jewish children who wanted to escape the merciless access of the National Socialists on their way to the "Promised Land" of Palestine. Director Nikolaus Leytner describes the dangerous journey as an exciting test, presented by a talented young cast.
Director: Nikolaus Leytner
Genre: Drama, History, War
Runtime: 103 min
Release Date: March 23, 2016
Cast
- Sophie Stockinger - Betty Liebling
- Ludwig Trepte - Josko Indig
- Nina Proll - Helga Herrnstadt
- August Zirner - Georg Bories
- Justus Schlingensiepen - Kurt Fridmann
- Muriel Wimmer - Tilla Nagler
- Laurence Rupp - Marko Schoky
- Michele Oliveri - Manzano
- Konstantin Reichmuth - Judenjunge
- Anton Algrang - Antifaschist
Screenplay
Music: Matthias Weber
Cinematography: Hermann Dunzendorfer
Editing: Bernhard Schmid
Production: Graf Film, ARD, ORF
Country: Austria, Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Nikolaus Leytner
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Children of Villa Emma about?
- According to true events, the moving drama "The Children of Villa Emma" tells of a dangerous escape that took place during the Second World War. In 1942/1943, the Italian village of Nonantola was indeed a refuge for 73 Jewish children who wanted to escape the merciless access of the National Socialists on their way to the "Promised Land" of Palestine. Director Nikolaus Leytner describes the dangerous journey as an exciting test, presented by a talented young cast.
- Who directed The Children of Villa Emma?
- The Children of Villa Emma was directed by Nikolaus Leytner.
- Who stars in The Children of Villa Emma?
- The Children of Villa Emma stars Sophie Stockinger, Ludwig Trepte, Nina Proll, August Zirner, Justus Schlingensiepen, Muriel Wimmer.
- How long is The Children of Villa Emma?
- The Children of Villa Emma has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
- What genre is The Children of Villa Emma?
- The Children of Villa Emma is a Drama, History, War film.
- Where was The Children of Villa Emma produced?
- The Children of Villa Emma was produced in Austria, Germany.