The Song of the Grey Pigeon

Childhood adventure shadowed by wartime danger, told in gentle episodes that mix small wonders with quiet dread.

Directed by

Stanislav Barabáš

Genres

Drama, War

Starring

Pavol Poláček, Pavol Mattoš, Vlado Brečka

Overview

An unusual children's film set during World War II in Czechoslovakia, this compelling drama unfolds five different segments that present the war through the eyes of three youngsters. The three have a series of adventures which include saving a soldier from being captured by the Germans, helping out the resistance fighters, and meeting up with a young Russian woman trained in guerrilla warfare. As they learn more about life and danger, various circumstances constantly recall the reality of war itself. The title comes from a wounded pigeon under the care of one of the youngsters.

How it feels

Earnest, tense, melancholic and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, coming-of-age, survival, friendship

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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