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Jacob the Liar

In the heart of a Jewish ghetto in central Europe, Jakob Heym uncovers a German radio transmission revealing the Soviet Army's relentless march towards the region.

In a Jewish ghetto in central Europe during 1944, Jakob Heym's life takes a dramatic turn when he eavesdrops on a German radio broadcast revealing the Soviet Army's slow but steady advance towards central Europe.

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Info about Jacob the Liar

Studio(s): DEFA, Gruppe "Johannisthal"

Originally Released: United States, Apr 18, 1975

Production Countries: Czechoslovakia, East Germany

Genres:Comedy, Crime, Drama, War