Bau, Artist at War

Based on a true story, this film follows Joseph Bau, an artist who survives the Plaszow concentration camp during World War II. Using his artistic talents, Joseph helps hundreds of fellow prisoners escape and finds love with Rebecca, whom he marries within the camp. Years later, Joseph is called to testify in court against the Nazi officer responsible for his torture and the death of his father, forcing him to confront his memories of the Holocaust.

Directed by Sean McNamara, this production is the 22nd of 24 films he has directed, following Vindicta and preceding Reagan. The screenplay was written by Ronald Bass, Sonia Kifferstein, and Deborah Smerecnik. The movie stars Emile Hirsch as Joseph Bau and Inbar Lavi as Rebecca, with a credited cast of 31 actors including Yan Tual, Adam Tsekhman, Edward Foy, and Chris Cope.

A joint production between Canada and the United States, the film was made with a budget of 5 million USD. Since its release, it has received a rating of 6.7/10 on TMDB based on 16 votes.