17 June 1943 Drama, History, Factual 36 mins
The true story of the massacre of a small Czech village by the Nazis is retold as if it happened in Wales.
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A Vila Silenciosa Trailer
Brazil 05 April 2025
Czech Republic 22 October 2003
United Kingdom 09 August 1943
United States 01 October 1943
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