'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' holds emotional grip

An interesting and thoughtful film from Britain – based one the best-selling novel by Irish author John Boyne – that brings us a remarkably mature performance from young Butterfield, a potential star of the future.

Fri, 12 Sep, 2008 - 16:23

Director: Mark Herman

Cast: David Thewlis, Asa Butterfield, Rupert Friend, Jack Scanlon, Vera Farmiga

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