Scarred Hearts (2018) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2018 · 141 min · Romanian

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Directed by

Radu Jude

Starring

Serban Pavlu, Alexandru Dabija, Catalin Anchidin, Dana Marineci, Alexandru Bogdan, Andrei Rus

During a sweltering summer in 1937, Emanuel finds himself confined to a sanatorium, battling bone tuberculosis. Faced with painful treatments like spine punctures and limited mobility, he discovers a unique and vibrant community within the institution’s walls. Amidst the harsh realities of his condition, Emanuel learns to appreciate the preciousness of life and finds unexpected connections with those around him, creating a memorable experience within the sanatorium’s confines.