
Drama
History
War
The Children of Villa Emma
5.4
103 min
2016
Nikolaus Leytner
According to true events, the moving drama "The Children of Villa Emma" tells of a dangerous escape that took place during the Second World War. In 1942/1943, the Italian village of Nonantola was indeed a refuge for 73 Jewish children who wanted to escape the merciless access of the National Socialists on their way to the "Promised Land" of Palestine. Director Nikolaus Leytner describes the dangerous journey as an exciting test, presented by a talented young cast.
Top Cast

Sophie Stockinger
Betty Liebling

Ludwig Trepte
Josko Indig

Nina Proll
Helga Herrnstadt

August Zirner
Georg Bories

Justus Schlingensiepen
Kurt Fridmann