Faraway Home
A story that finds laughter even in the pain, Faraway Home is the gripping journey of two young Jewish children sent by their parents from Nazi – occupied Austria via the Kindertransport to a refuge farm in Northern Ireland, smack in the middle of its own Irish/British, Catholic/Protestant troubles. As they begin to adjust to an Irish farm life miles from their parents and their families, German bombs hit Belfast in the 1941 blitz, and the war is brought back to their doorsteps. Based on the award-winning book and true story of Millisle refugee farm in Newtownards, County Down, Northern Ireland, by Irish Jewish author Marilyn Taylor.
WHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: Discover a remarkably moving piece of history in this beautifully crafted, family-friendly drama based on the inspiring true story of the only Kindertransport to reach Ireland. Both deeply moving and educational, this film offers a rare, accessible opportunity for families, students, and community members of all generations to encounter Holocaust history together. It is a story of hope, refuge, and resilience that will spark meaningful conversations long after you leave the theater. Bring your family and join us for an inspiring screening you won’t want to miss!
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Showtimes
In-Person
11:30 AM — Evans Performance Center at Shalom Austin
1:00 PM — Evans Performance Center at Shalom Austin
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DETAILS
YEAR: 2026
RUN TIME: 97 Minutes
LANGUAGE(S): German, English
SUBTITLES: English
PREMIERE STATUS: Southwest Premiere
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CONTENT RATING: Not Rated
CREDITS
DIRECTOR(S):Terry Loane
SCREENWRITER(S):Stephen Gibson, Clare Sera
CAST:Leo Alonso-Kallscheuer Freyja Doucet Iddo Goldberg Alexander Finkenworth Anna Bederke, Michiel Huisman, Anton Lesser
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