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201430 minPGdocumentary

Some Things Shouldn't Be Hidden

201430 minPGdocumentary

Nives Jagodic investigates her grandfather Dr. Joza Jagodic, a doctor who risked his life to save civilians during World War II and was later honored as "Righteous among the Nations."

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Nives Jagodic investigates her grandfather Dr. Joza Jagodic, a doctor who risked his life to save civilians during World War II and was later honored as "Righteous among the Nations."

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Lidija Špegardirector

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Nives Jagodic travels to Bjelovar, Croatia, to research her grandfather, Dr. Joza Jagodic, a doctor at the local general hospital. Dr. Jagodic received the title "Righteous among the Nations" for his efforts during World War II. Through conversations with a man whose life he saved, Nives uncovers the risks her grandfather took to protect civilians from danger. The film presents a personal account of bravery and moral courage during a tumultuous period in history.

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