Episode Title: Horror or History?
Description: Chase has requested to showcase one of the highest rated and most realistic and horrifying war films of all time. We said yes. Follow along for a discussion on what became a must see work of art.
Season 2 Episode 38
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Film of the Week Details:
Title: Come and See
Year: 1985
Tagline: "Come and See... the story of an unformed man!"
Director: Elem Klimov
Writer: Elem Klimov, Ales Adamovich
Starring: Aleksei Kravchenko, Olga Mironova, Liubomiras Laucevicius, Vladas Bagdonas, Jüri Lumiste
Description: "Come and See" is a Soviet war drama film set during the German occupation of Belarus in World War II. Directed by Elem Klimov, the story follows a young Belarusian boy named Flyora (Aleksei Kravchenko) who joins the Soviet Partisans to fight against the Nazi invaders. The film vividly portrays the horrors of war, including the brutalities committed by the German forces and the devastating impact on the civilian population. "Come and See" is known for its harrowing and realistic depiction of the psychological and physical toll of war on its characters, particularly on the young protagonist. The film is often considered one of the most powerful anti-war films ever made, showcasing the trauma and destruction wrought by conflict.
