Blitz

Blitz

A boy's journey. A mother's love. Miles of burning city between them.

16+ 2024 · 120 min · ★ 6.0 · War, Drama, History

In World War II London, nine-year-old George is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. Defiant and determined to return to his family, George embarks on an epic, perilous journey back home as Rita searches for him.

Directed by Steve McQueen · Written by Steve McQueen

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