Huckleberry Finn, a rambunctious boy adventurer chafing under the bonds of civilization, escapes his humdrum world and his selfish, plotting father by sailing a raft down the Mississippi River. Accompanying him is Jim, a slave running away from being sold. Together the two strike a bond of friendship that takes them through harrowing events and thrilling adventures.
Acting
Leon Seidel's chaotic Huck energy carries the whole thing
Production
German crew somehow nails sweaty American South atmosphere
Direction
Huntgeburth keeps Twain's bite without traumatizing children
Director
Hermine Huntgeburth
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