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Anne Frank, a Jewish girl living in Amsterdam during WW2. Anne’s father realizes on time the danger the Jews face and hides his family (his wife Edith and his two daughters Margo (16) and Anne (13), along with four more people, in “the house behind”. For two years the 8 people live in darkness and whispers, in fear of being discovered and sent to the German crematories. During that time young Anne writes a diary, describing her daily life in the cellar, her complicated relationship with her mother and the story of her first love – Peter, the young boy in the hiding place. Anne writes down her wishes to run out free and breath the air and flowers, her dreams to be free at last. But humanity is often a cruel mistress…
Amsterdam, June 12, 1942. Anne celebrates her 13th birthday and begins her diary, which she calls “Kitty”. Hiding for two years from the German threat, the young girl writes about her idealistic views on the world, her ambitions, her fears and her first love, Peter.
Anne Frank is a Jewish girl living in German-occupied Amsterdam during World War 2. When Anne’s father learns that his family is in inevitable danger, he gathers Anne and the family to live with four others in a secret, safe location. In these cramped and tight rooms, Anne and the rest live in darkness and with hushed voices, always in fear of discovery. For two years, Anne confides in Kitty, her diary in which she confesses her dreams and wishes, and documents her life in the cellar. As supplies begin to dwindle and relationships grow more complex and heated, Anne continues to write, dreaming of a life in which she is free.