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The Origin of Violence
Pittsburgh Premiere
While researching his novel, teacher Nathan Fabre discovers a photograph of a concentration camp prisoner who strikingly resembles his own father. Haunted, Nathan looks for answers from his family whose secrecy and evasiveness lead him to discover a past he never knew existed. Based on Fabrice Humbert’s semi-autobiographical prize-winning 2009 book, this beautifully shot psychological drama keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Community Partner: University of Pittsburgh’s French Program
Adult content: nudity, sex, violence
Director:Élie Chouraqui
Length:110 minutes
Released:2016
Language:FrenchGerman
Country:FranceGermany
Year Featured:2017