The special film "Never Alone"

This biographical war drama from Finland is being screened as part of the commemoration of the pogrom and serves as a reminder not to forget. Admission is free, but booking is required.

As the Second World War swept across Central Europe, many Jews fleeing Hitler's persecution sought refuge far away. Some of them hoped for a new beginning in Finland. 

This cinematic drama tells the story, based on true events, of the Jewish businessman Abraham Stiller, who offered protection to Jewish refugees in Finland during the Second World War. When Finland collaborated with Nazi Germany and the refugees faced the threat of extradition, Stiller did everything in his power to prevent their deportation.

The film is about humanity, moral courage and the courage to stand up for others despite political and personal dangers.

The film runs for 85 minutes. It was directed by Klaus Härö.

Trailers and tickets are available at www.kinodrom.de

The film series "KINO Bocholt - the special film" has been running since 1977 as a collaboration between the Department of Education and Culture of the City of Bocholt and the Kinodrom Bocholt. The aim is to make exceptional films, which would not otherwise feature in the regular programme, accessible to a wide audience. Selected films are usually screened on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month.