The Children of Villa Emma

Synopsis

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