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Persian Lessons (2020) follows the story of Gilles, a young Jewish man who finds himself in a concentration camp during World War II. His life is spared by the camp executioners when they discover that he possesses a Persian book. Gilles is then brought before a camp officer who demands to learn Farsi. Despite not knowing a word of the language, Gilles agrees to teach the officer in order to save his own life. As Gilles navigates this dangerous situation, he must carefully navigate the politics and power dynamics within the camp to survive. The film intricately explores themes of survival, deception, and the lengths individuals will go to in order to protect themselves. Persian Lessons offers a gripping and intense portrayal of wartime struggles and the human spirit's resilience in the face of unimaginable atrocities. Viewers will be kept on the edge of their seats as they witness Gilles' dangerous journey through the horrors of the Holocaust.
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Persian LessonsRelease Date:
24 Sep 2020Writers:
Ilja Zofin, Wolfgang KohlhaaseAwards:
9 wins & 15 nominations total
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