Castaway of Kerch (2020)

Castaway of Kerch (2020) poster

In Kerch, in the Crimea, a minority of Italian origin who arrived there in the 1800s, struggles for their history to be recognized and told. This community of Italians in 1942 was accused of supporting the fascist regime and of collaboration with the German troops during the city’s occupation. Between 29 and 30 January, Soviet soldiers began the deportation of the Italians. The whole community was loaded onto freight trains to the icy Kazakh steppes.

Director: Stefano Conca Bonizzoni
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 25 min
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Country: Italy
Original Language: it
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Castaway of Kerch about?
In Kerch, in the Crimea, a minority of Italian origin who arrived there in the 1800s, struggles for their history to be recognized and told. This community of Italians in 1942 was accused of supporting the fascist regime and of collaboration with the German troops during the city’s occupation. Between 29 and 30 January, Soviet soldiers began the deportation of the Italians. The whole community was loaded onto freight trains to the icy Kazakh steppes.
Who directed Castaway of Kerch?
Castaway of Kerch was directed by Stefano Conca Bonizzoni.
How long is Castaway of Kerch?
Castaway of Kerch has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
What genre is Castaway of Kerch?
Castaway of Kerch is a Documentary film.
Where was Castaway of Kerch produced?
Castaway of Kerch was produced in Italy.