# A Bag of Marbles (2017)

> Two Jewish brothers draw on wit and courage to survive occupied France and find their scattered family during World War II.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/265337

## Facts

- Runtime: 113 min
- Genres: War, Drama
- Director: Christian Duguay
- Cast: Dorian Le Clech, Batyste Fleurial, Patrick Bruel, Elsa Zylberstein, Bernard Campan, Christian Clavier, Kev Adams, César Domboy
- TMDB rating: 7.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5091612/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: harrowing, serious, tender, historical film night, serious drama viewing

## Synopsis

Two brothers navigate the perils of war in a desperate quest for family and safety.

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