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Everything Is Illuminated (2005)

"Leave Normal Behind."

7.320051h 45mEN
ComedyDrama

Directed by Liev Schreiber

Rating

7.3/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

EN

Release

September 5, 2005

Director

Liev Schreiber

Official Trailer

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Overview

A young Jewish American man endeavors—with the help of eccentric, distant relatives—to find the woman who saved his grandfather during World War II—in a Ukrainian village which was ultimately razed by the Nazis.

Cast

Elijah Wood

Elijah Wood

Jonathan Safran Foer

Eugene Hutz

Eugene Hutz

Alex

Boris Lyoskin

Boris Lyoskin

Grandfather

Jana Hrabětova

Jana Hrabětova

Jonathan's Grandmother

Jonathan Safran Foer

Jonathan Safran Foer

Leaf Blower

Stephen Samudovsky

Stephen Samudovsky

Jonathan's Grandfather Safran

Oleksandr Choroshko

Oleksandr Choroshko

Alexander Perchov, Father

Gil Kazimirov

Gil Kazimirov

Igor

Zuzana Hodková

Zuzana Hodková

Alex's Mother

Ljubomir Dezera

Ljubomir Dezera

Young Jonathan

Laryssa Lauret

Laryssa Lauret

Lista

Tereza Veselkova

Tereza Veselkova

Augustine

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Everything Is Illuminated (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A young Jewish American man endeavors—with the help of eccentric, distant relatives—to find the woman who saved his grandfather during World War II—in a Ukrainian village which was ultimately razed by the Nazis.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Everything Is Illuminated. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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