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The Boy in the Woods

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THE BOY IN THE WOODS follows the true story of Max (Jett Klyne), a Jewish boy escaping Nazi persecution in Eastern Europe. After he is separated from his family, Max finds refuge with a Christian peasant Jasko (Richard Armitage) who hides him in plain site until a tense stand -- off with Nazi police. Afraid for his own family's life, Jasko sends Max to live in the woods where he learns to survive alone.
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Leslie Felperin Guardian 05/21/2024
3/5
This sweet if somewhat sentiment-and-string-section-forward Canadian film tells the true story of Max (Jett Klyne, impressive), a Jewish boy aged 12 from Warsaw, trying to evade capture during the second world war. Go to Full Review Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies 12/16/2024
4/5
As important as it is to see more films about Jewish joy, it is equally important that films like The Boy in the Woods make sure we never forget. Go to Full Review Sarah Gopaul Digital Journal 06/22/2024
The forest is an isolating setting, but also a place the boys can play and let loose their imaginations. Go to Full Review Liz Braun Original Cin 06/20/2024
B
It’s not perfect but this adaptation of Maxwell Smart’s bestseller about his childhood escape from Nazis is powerful thanks to a star turn by Jett Klyne. Go to Full Review Rich Cline Shadows on the Wall 05/28/2024
3/5
Writer-director Rebecca Snow skilfully maintains the youthful perspective, which keeps the actual violence off-screen while giving everything a sharply matter-of-fact tone. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Frans B @FransB Jun 25 Brilliant! Astonishing that this is based on true events. Incredible portrayal of human resilience and sheer will. Exceptional human endurance and persistence. Very well and intelligently written. Amazing cinematography captures the ambiance and overall tragedy perfectly. Filled with action, suspense, emotion, intrigue, finding hope in hopelessness, disturbing, unsettling and gritty. Very captivating, deeply moving and memorable. Important movie See more JAMI H. @RT34202771 Jun 1 I loved this movie! I want to watch it again with my 12 and 14 year old. The movie had well rounded characters and the story line had me very invested. I would definitely recommend it. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Jan 2 The Boy in the Woods is a deeply emotional survival film centered on two young boys fleeing constant threat and violence during the Holocaust. Forced to hide in the woods, survive brutal winters, build shelter, and evade adults hunting them, the story is both heartbreaking and gripping. The film does not shy away from trauma. Moments of cruelty and fear are difficult to watch, making the experience genuinely gut-wrenching. While the screenplay plays things somewhat safe and avoids taking major risks, it still takes enough chances to remain engaging. What truly elevates the film are the performances. The two young leads deliver phenomenal work, creating strong chemistry that carries the story. The emotional shift between the brothers, as strength gives way to vulnerability, is especially powerful. The Boy in the Woods makes you feel protective, invested, and emotionally drained. Despite minor limitations in the writing, it is a moving film that leaves a lasting impression now yep! See more Kevin E. @elwell Dec 7 Great story and true See more Casson D @RT12305015 03/12/2025 Thus movie was absolutely garbage. They barely captured any of the actual events that really happened. The acting was great, but the original story line should not have been tampered with this much. See more annette Z @RT27888167 09/26/2024 Really great acting . See more Read all reviews
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Rebecca Snow

Director

Richard Armitage

Jasko

Christopher Heyerdahl

Chief Bagan

Ari Millen

Aleksey

Tara Nicodemo

Aunt Erna

Jett Klyne

Max

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Synopsis THE BOY IN THE WOODS follows the true story of Max (Jett Klyne), a Jewish boy escaping Nazi persecution in Eastern Europe. After he is separated from his family, Max finds refuge with a Christian peasant Jasko (Richard Armitage) who hides him in plain site until a tense stand -- off with Nazi police. Afraid for his own family's life, Jasko sends Max to live in the woods where he learns to survive alone.
Director
Rebecca Snow
Producer
Jonathan Bronfman, Robert Budreau
Screenwriter
Rebecca Snow
Distributor
Menemsha Films
Production Co
Undisputed Pictures, Lumanity Productions, Paramount+, JoBro Productions & Film Finance
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 29, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 24, 2024
Runtime
1h 36m
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