The Girl From Salonika (2023)
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Country:
Spain
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Duration:
36 min
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Genre:
history, biography
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Director:
Alison Jayne Wilson
About film
«The Girl From Salonika» is a film that tells the incredible story of Fofo, a 17-year-old Greek girl sent to Auschwitz during World War II. She became a victim of Nazi doctor Horst Schumann's cruel medical experiments in the concentration camp. The film, directed by Alison Jayne Wilson, introduces viewers to Fofo's fate and the life of the Jewish community in Greece prior to the German invasion.Fofo's grandson visits Auschwitz today to learn more about his grandmother's life and understand her experience in the camp. The film provides a powerful reminder of the atrocities committed during this dark period in history.
Director
Alison Jayne Wilson is an Australian film director based in Barcelona. After studying political science at a university, she worked as a public relations professional. Alison's films focus on human rights, migration, and women's issues. Her latest film «Exit» was premiered at the San Diego International Film Festival.
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Director
Alison Jayne Wilson is an Australian film director based in Barcelona. After studying political science at a university, she worked as a public relations professional. Alison's films focus on human rights, migration, and women's issues. Her latest film «Exit» was premiered at the San Diego International Film Festival.
