Under Strange Skies (2002)

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During the Second World War, Lisbon was a corridor for refugees going from Hitler's occupied territories to America. This film tells two parallel stories about exile and accommodation. Through a narrated memoir and photographs, the tale of a German Jewish family that decided to stay in Portugal is recounted. The larger, more sociological account of the others who used Lisbon's escape route is skillfully told as well, using beautifully shot historic footage and written memoirs by some of the era's leading intellectuals, including Heinrich Mann and Alfred Döblin. This film evokes a desperate, intensely romantic period of exile, despair, and, ultimately, freedom.

Director: Daniel Blaufuks
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 57 min
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Production: LX Filmes
Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Under Strange Skies about?
During the Second World War, Lisbon was a corridor for refugees going from Hitler's occupied territories to America. This film tells two parallel stories about exile and accommodation. Through a narrated memoir and photographs, the tale of a German Jewish family that decided to stay in Portugal is recounted. The larger, more sociological account of the others who used Lisbon's escape route is skillfully told as well, using beautifully shot historic footage and written memoirs by some of the era's leading intellectuals, including Heinrich Mann and Alfred Döblin. This film evokes a desperate, intensely romantic period of exile, despair, and, ultimately, freedom.
Who directed Under Strange Skies?
Under Strange Skies was directed by Daniel Blaufuks.
How long is Under Strange Skies?
Under Strange Skies has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Under Strange Skies?
Under Strange Skies is a Documentary, History film.
Where was Under Strange Skies produced?
Under Strange Skies was produced in Portugal.