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The film delves into themes of grief and healing as Tóth endeavors to restart his life. Along the way, he faces challenges involving substance abuse, a volatile benefactor portrayed by Guy Pearce, and the intense feelings that accompany attempting to rekindle his relationship with his wife (Felicity Jones), who he believed perished during the war.

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The movie chronicles the travels of cousins David (Eisenberg) and Benji (Culkin) as they embark on a Jewish ancestry tour across Poland, paying tribute to their grandmother who passed away, all while dealing with their contrasting personalities. Notably, Culkin has previously been awarded at the Golden Globes for his acting in A Real Pain.