Haunting tale of innocence lost

Rating: Null/10 (8 November 2011)

This film is truly haunting. Though it is based on fictitious characters, that does not in any way diminish the profound emotions one experiences during this film. There is such an incredible sense of frailty in the film, and one cannot help but be consumed by the reality of the experience. Asa Butterfield's performance is so incredibly perfect that one forgets they are watching a film. There is a sense of innocence in his performance that lends itself beautifully to the utter despair one feels while experiencing this film for the first time. Bruno truly encompasses all the innocence and humanity that was lost during the Holocaust. In turn, this film begs us to remember that while compassion was lost for many, the beauty of friendship can never be destroyed.