The protagonists of the movie are a German boy named Bruno, and a Jewish boy named Shmuel. Bruno is an eight year old boy who is very young and inexperienced. He often doesn’t realize what’s happening around him and …show more content…
This is specifically true when it came to the part in the story where the boys approached the showers. The way the dogs were barking, the way the boys were pushed with a crowd of people, the representation of the starving people, and lastly, the action of the poison being poured in the shower really made this story feel authentic. The only inaccuracy was when Bruno and Shmuel would meet at the fence and talk. With high levels of security and how clear it was that Bruno didn’t belong there, it is inaccurate that he was there unnoticed. Also, Shmuel would be instantly noticed when he walked to Bruno when he went under the fence. Just the whole situation is unlikely due to how many soldiers watch over the Jews and especially near the fence where they are likely to attempt to escape. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas was a very emotional story that opened up my eyes on how brutal the Holocaust was, and how devastating it was for the people during the World War. Films like these really emphasise on the past and make it more meaningful to the viewer. The storyline and dramatic scenes really made an impact on the viewer, including myself, and led to a tearful ending. This film does an accurate job of displaying the horrendous events of this time by the outstanding acting and portrayal of