Humor, tragedy and humanity in WW2 Germany

Rating: 9/10 (4 January 2020)

When I tried to describe the plot of Jojo Rabbit my wife, I couldn't quite find the words. Suffice it to say, and same goes for everyone: you should just watch it for yourself.
Exemplary acting and an earnest story with a light touch really brings this film to life! It mixes genuine humor with tragedy, violence, commentary... all delivered in an original way. I was moved by it and found myself broadly smiling at the end, but the final minutes may leave you with tears at the same time.
Set against the backdrop of the last days of world war II in Germany, a fanatical youth, Jojo idolizes the Nazis. His behavior and ideology is guided by an imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler (as conceived by a 10 year old boy). Through various interactions, his underlying humanity takes over, and his myopic worldview is put to the test.
That's all I'll say, and reiterate - just go watch.
Go see it in a theater if you have a chance.