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Shadows presents the stories of Eitan, Yigal, and Miri, children of Holocaust survivors who experienced abuse from their parents, shaped by the trauma of the Holocaust. The film reveals how the suffering inflicted by the Nazis on their parents transformed into aggression and anger directed at their children. Through personal narratives, the film captures the cycle of pain that extends across generations.
The documentary features black-and-white family photos that contrast with the painful testimonies of the children. It illustrates the struggle of these individuals to communicate with their parents about the past, as seen in Eitan's interactions with his ailing mother and Miri's attempts with her son. Shadows raises critical questions about the lasting impact of the Holocaust on future generations and the difficulty of confronting and overcoming this inherited trauma.
Why Watch
- •Meet Eitan, who struggles to connect with his ailing mother.
- •Find out how Miri's son is affected by family trauma.
- •See the contrast between happy family photos and painful stories.
Did You Know
•The film features the stories of three children of Holocaust survivors: Eitan, Yigal, and Miri.
•Shadows was released in 2016 and has a runtime of 52 minutes.
•The documentary shows cheerful black-and-white family photos alongside stories of abuse.
Perfect For
Holocaust studiesFamily traumaPsychological impact of war