Skrivboken
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The Nazis have invaded Hungary and war is raging in the main cities. To avoid it, a woman leaves her thirteen-year-old twin boys at their grandmother'...s place in the countryside. The children don't know their grandmother, a dirty, miserly, and mean old woman who barely allows them inside the house. Left to their own devices, the two children learn to cope with hunger, the cold, and the everyday cruelty in a devastated country. To protect themselves, the twins reject all moral codes and values and instead take their lessons from the evil around them in order to try to survive. The siblings studiously note, as objectively as possible, their discoveries and their burgeoning knowledge in a notebook. Show More

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s possible, the atrocities they witness and experience in a secret journal they call the Skrivboken. As the war continues to escalate, the twins face increasingly difficult challenges, testing their limits physically, mentally, and morally.

Skrivboken is a gripping and harrowing portrayal of the resilience and adaptability of children in the face of unimaginable hardship. The film explores themes of survival, trauma, and the corruption of innocence during wartime. Through the perspective of the twins, viewers are confronted with the brutal realities of war, including hunger, violence, and the dehumanization of both the victims and perpetrators.

The film's setting against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Hungary adds a layer of historical significance. It sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of World War II and the effects it had on ordinary people, particularly children. The contrasting portrayal of the twins' grandmother serves to highlight the capacity for both cruelty and kindness within humanity.

The cinematography effectively captures the bleakness and desolation of the Hungarian countryside, immersing viewers in the twins' grim reality. The performances by the young actors are remarkable, conveying the agony and desperation of their characters with poignant authenticity.

With its hauntingly realistic depiction of war and its impact on young lives, Skrivboken is a compelling and thought-provoking film that will resonate with audiences long after the credits roll.