The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas was an incredibly poignant and heart-wrenching film.  Because it is shown through the eyes of a young boy, the film has an innocence to it that makes the film all the more difficult to watch as well as all the more compelling, considering the plot and circumstances of the film itself.  As an end to our propaganda themed films, this one was a good way to close it.  Even though I hadn't seen the film before, I knew what the ending was so that did make the film less exciting for me to watch.  Although I was surprised with how well articulated the entirety of the film was, with the wonderful dialogue, the subtelty of the scenery, and the affective friendship between the two young boys.  Overal, the film was heart-wrenching and sad, but very enjoyable to watch.