The Bar Mitzvah Boys (2018)

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A film about the special relationship between a religious teenager and a lonely, old, atheist widower. Through their preparation for a spiritual celebration, the boy becomes the teacher and tries to restore the old man's faith and trust. The old man slowly opens up and allows himself to remember. He finally breaks his 70-year silence about that terrible time in history when he lost his family, his childhood and his faith.

Director: Kata Oláh
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 73 min
Release Date:
Music: Gergely Barcza
Language: English, Magyar
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bar Mitzvah Boys about?
A film about the special relationship between a religious teenager and a lonely, old, atheist widower. Through their preparation for a spiritual celebration, the boy becomes the teacher and tries to restore the old man's faith and trust. The old man slowly opens up and allows himself to remember. He finally breaks his 70-year silence about that terrible time in history when he lost his family, his childhood and his faith.
Who directed The Bar Mitzvah Boys?
The Bar Mitzvah Boys was directed by Kata Oláh.
How long is The Bar Mitzvah Boys?
The Bar Mitzvah Boys has a runtime of 1h 13m (73 minutes).
What genre is The Bar Mitzvah Boys?
The Bar Mitzvah Boys is a Documentary film.