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Children of Fate (2006)
Well Done and Very Good!
It's very rare that a film will move and inspire me enough to consider writing a review
let alone actually write the review. And move me, this film did.
As a historical record based on an actual event, I had no idea of the hardships the Hungarian people endured and the struggles they faced during the occupation. I was so affected that I ended up researching the era and events on my own later.
The production value of this movie is nothing short of spectacular. It reviles some of the best of the big-budget films that we see every day. Even after watching the movie several times, I still can't believe it was shot in Vancouver. The use of the black and white photography is often a risky choice; it's a choice that pays off really big for Children of Fate. I felt I was there, in the middle of it all, witnessing the events. The director certainly has an eye!
Children of Fate shows incredible promise and talent. The secret behind good acting is good writing and it's easy to see how the actors were inspired to give such a great performance. It's this deadly combination coupled with the phenomenal production values that really makes this film stand out.
When I see movies like this, I'm really proud to be a member of the local film community. I highly recommend watching Children of Fate. Two thumbs up!