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The Village

After World War II, orphaned European children gather at a Swiss Alps village, finding solace and friendship. Meanwhile, two dedicated teachers develop a tender romance amidst the challenges of their relationships. The Red Cross leader, Red, must make a difficult decision that will impact the fut...

In the Swiss Alps, a children's village shelters over 200 war orphans from across Europe, including those from Germany, following World War II. As the teachers navigate their own romantic relationships, the village faces a crisis when Poland decides to leave the experiment, and the German children struggle to be seen as victims rather than symbols of oppression.

Info about The Village

Studio(s): Praesens-Film

Originally Released: United States, Apr 24, 1953

Production Countries: Switzerland, United Kingdom

Genres:Drama