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202380 minGexplainer

Historical Events Music History

How Saba Kept Singing

202380 minGexplainer

A family returns to Europe to explore their grandfather's survival during the Holocaust, highlighting resilience through music and art in a film by Sara Taksler.

Historical Events Music History

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How Saba Kept Singing

2023• 80 minG

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A family returns to Europe to explore their grandfather's survival during the Holocaust, highlighting resilience through music and art in a film by Sara Taksler.

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In 2023, "How Saba Kept Singing" follows a family as they return to Europe to investigate their grandfather's survival during the Holocaust. Through the integration of music and art, the film emphasizes themes of love and resilience amidst historical trauma. Directed, written, and produced by Sara Taksler, the documentary is a collaboration between HiddenLight Productions, Burnt Umber Productions, and the WNET Group’s reporting initiative Exploring Hate. Educational resources for teachers are provided through Retro Report.

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