The Absolution of Otto Finkel

Set against the backdrop of the 1928 summer in Brittany, this story follows a group of schoolboys whose innocent misadventure leaves lasting scars and foreshadows their eventual roles in wartime Europe. As they grow into young men, their lives are intertwined with the tumult of war, exploring themes of love, grief, and regret through their individual journeys from Dunkirk to postwar Europe. The narrative delves into how past events shape their destinies amidst historical upheaval, creating a powerful tale of loyalty and consequence.